1-2 tsp chilli powder (2 is hot!) - optional - for small children I would leave this out
2 tsp curry powder
10 curry leaves - optional
400ml coconut milk
100ml water, then another 100ml later to loosen if needed
1 tsp salt
Instructions
Method:
Wash the lentils thoroughly.
Mix the onion, garlic, leaves and spices with the lentils in a saucepan and pour over the coconut milk and water. Bring up to a boil and then a simmer with the lid on until the lentils are cooked (approx 15 minutes) - I often stir it mid way through cooking just to check its not sticking to the bottom of the pan. If its looking a touch dry add a splash of water. Give it a good stir.
(If you cook for longer the lentils with break down more - resulting in a smoother, creamer dhal).
Season.
Recipe by Cooking Them Healthy at https://www.cookingthemhealthy.com/?p=6034