Key spice: Panch Phanon Mix, also known as Five Spice (do not substitute Chinese Five Spice!)
Equal proportions of whole cumin, fenugreek, anise, mustard, “Indian black
onion” seeds (kalunji). You will need to go to an Indian Store to get them last ingredient. It is not related to the onion.

ready in about an hour and 10 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • red lentils
  • water
  • salt
  • minced onions
  • chopped tomatoes
  • grated fresh ginger
  • ghee or vegetable oil
  • panch phanon mix
  • dried small red chilies
  • garlic
ready in about 40 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • water
Belongs to reenum Spinach Dal 
ready in about an hour; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • lentils
  • water
  • turmeric
  • salt
  • vegetable oil
  • cumin seeds
  • chopped onions
  • chopped fresh spinach
  • freshly-grated ginger root
  • fresh lemon juice
Belongs to reenum Split Pea Daal 

Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 233 Calories; 8g Fat (28.4% calories from fat); 12g Protein; 30g Carbohydrate; 13g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 478mg Sodium.

ready in about an hour and a half; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • dry split peas
  • olive oil
  • cumin
  • sea salt
  • garlic powder
  • turmeric
  • dry mustard
  • cayenne pepper