Easy Microwave Lentils ( Dal )

• 1 cup Dal
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
• 1/3 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
• 1 tsp finely chopped ginger
• 1 tsp finely chopped garlic
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• salt to taste
• 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander

Method

1.  Soak the dal in water for at least 1hrs.
2.  In a microwave safe bowl add dal, water, salt and turmeric and keep it in microwave for 100% for 15-20 min.
3. While the dal is still in microwave , put 1 tbsp of butter in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds
4. Add the cumin seeds and onions, mix well and microwave on high for 1 minute.
5. Add the tomatoes, green chillies, ginger, garlic, chilli powder, turmeric powder and salt, mix well and microwave on high for 1 minute.
6. Add the boiled dal and the remaining 1 tbsp of butter, mix well and microwave on high for 3 minutes.
7. Serve hot garnished with coriander.