Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the lentils, 1 teaspoon oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2. Boil lentils in 1 1/2 cups water until they turn yellow and soft, about 15-20 minutes.
3. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, and sugar to the boiled lentils and mix them well.
4. In a separate pan,heat remaining oil over medium high heat.
5. Split the chili peppers in half and add to the heated oil.
6. Add onion to the oil and stir until it starts to turn light brown, about 7 minutes.
7. Add 2 Tablespoons boiled lentils (mixed with spices) into the fried onion and stir well for one minute. Add the rest of the boiled lentil mix and stir.
8. Add 1 cup of water and allow it to boil for two minutes. Serve over rice.

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