Vegan Indian Cooking: 140 Simple and Healthy Vegan Recipes

the seeds sizzle, about 30 seconds.

3. Add the onion and cook until slightly
   browned, about 3 minutes. Stir
   frequently so the onion doesn’t stick to
   the pan.


4. Add the ginger root and garlic. Cook
   another 2 minutes.


5. Add the tomatoes and green chiles.


6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and
   cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the
   tomatoes start to break down.


7. Add the beans or lentils and cook for
   another 2 minutes.


8. Add the water, salt, and red chile
   powder. Bring to a boil.


9. Once the mixture boiling, reduce the