Misr Allecha

Misr Allecha is a spiced red lentil puree.

• Ready In: 1 hr 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup onion, chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon  corn oil
• 1  cup red lentil, soaked, cooked, drained and mashed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 3  teaspoons  hot green peppers, finely chopped
• 1  cup water

Directions

1. Soak lentils for one hour. Cook for 1/2 hour. Drain.
2. Mash and set aside.
3. In dry pan over moderate low heat, stir fry the onion and garlic for 2 minutes.
4. Add the oil and stir fry for 1 minute more. Add the mashed lentils, tumeric, salt and chili. Mix well.
5. Add the water and cook for 3-4 mins longer to reduce the mixture to a thick, red, well spiced puree.
6. Serve warm with Injera.