A really simple, but really good daal recipe. Make a big batch and freeze any leftovers.
Put the daal in a heavy-based saucepan, pour in 750ml/1pt 7fl oz water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat then simmer for about one hour, or until the lentils are really soft.
Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the mustard seeds, turmeric, cumin, asafoetida or fennel seeds, ginger, chillies and curry leaves and fry for 2-3 minutes.
when the daal is cooked add to the pan and stir in the spinach and spring onions.
Heat for a further two minutes, season, then serve.
To freeze: transfer to a freezerproof container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost thoroughly at room temperature, or in the fridge for 24 hours, then reheat until piping hot
