Categories: Appetizers, India 
      Yield: 6 servings 
  
  1 1/4 c  Brown lentils                       1 ts Garam Masala 
  3 3/4 c  Water                             1/2 ts Ground ginger 
      1 ts Turmeric                            1 ts Coriander 
      1    Garlic clove, crushed             1/2 ts Cayenne pepper 
      2 tb Ghee                                     Fresh cilantro sprigs (opt) 
      1 lg Onion, chopped                  
  
  Wash lentils in cold water. 
   
  In a saucepan, combine lentils, water, turmeric and garlic. Cover and 
  simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Uncover and cook 2-3 minutes 
  to reduce excess liquid. 
   
  Heat ghee in a saucepan. Add onion and fry gently 5 minutes. Add Garam 
  Masala, ginger, coriander and cayenne pepper; cook gently 1 minute. Add 
  mixture to lentils and stir well. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. 
   
  NOTE: For a less fiery flavor, reduce cayenne pepper.