Title: Masoor Dahl Soup (Lentil Soup)
Categories: Indian Vegetarian Soup
Yield: 6 Servings

1/4	ts	Turmeric
5		Garlic cloves, chopped
10		Peppercorns, black
1		Onian, small and chopped
3/4	c	Lentils
1	ts	Salt
2	tb	Lemon juice

Boil 2 1/2 cups water in a saucepan. Add turmeric, garlic, peppercorns, onion, lentils and 1 ts salt. Bring to a boil again. Turn heat to medium-low and simmer until lentils are cooked and most of the water had dried up (about 20 mins).

Mash or grind lentils completely using a little water if necessary.

Return lentils to saucepan. Pour in 6 cups water and bring to a boil. Turn heat on to medium-low and simmer 10 to 15 mins.

Add lemon juce and salt to taste.

This soup can be eaten as is or with boiled rice.

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