Tasty and filling, dal makes a cheap, healthy and satisfying ... When the oil is very hot, add the whole cumin seeds and the sliced garlic. Fry until the garlic is golden-brown and the cumin ...

for the topping fry the garlic, onion and chilli in the oil until caramelised and crispy. Add the panch phoran and, once you hear the spices pop, take off the heat. To serve, spoon out the dal and ...