300 g split dal, one kind or a mixture, washed and drained

2 tblsp oil or ghee

2 red onions, chopped

1 large knob of fresh ginger, chopped

1 whole head of garlic, peeled and chopped

1 heaped tsp turmeric

1 heaped tsp cumin seeds, roasted and ground

1 heaped tsp coriander seeds, roasted and ground

1 tin tomato

1 tin coconut milk

2 large bayleaves

2 green chilies, halved lengthwise and sliced

2 tsp garam masala

1 tblsp tamarind paste

1 packet green beans from the freezer

Sauté the onions in the oil till they start to soften.

Add ginger and garlic. Stir.

Add spices and sauté a minute or two.

Add the split dal and stir to coat it all with oil and spices.

Add tomato, coconut milk, chilies, garam masala and bay leaves.

Add water if necessary. The liquid should amply cover the dal.

Bring to a simmer and cook till the dal is done, about half an hour.

Add the green beans and cook for another couple of minutes.