Spiced Lentils    No. 2809                             Yields 4 Servings

   1/2 Lb        Lentils: Red, Brown,       1 Tbls      Coriander, Ground
                 Yellow or Green; Whole   1/4 tsp       Chili Powder
                 or Split                 1/4 tsp       Cumin, Ground
     1           Onion, Chopped               -         Pepper, Ground
     1 Clove     Garlic, Minced             2 Tbls      Fresh Coriander Leaves
     2 Tbls      Vegetable Oil                          Chopped
   1/2 tsp       Turmeric

Rinse the lentils carefully and remove any grit.
Bring the lentils to a boil in salted water.
Cook until soft.
Soften the onion and garlic in the oil in a frying pan.
Add the spices.
Stir fry for 2 or 3 minutes.
Add the lentils.
Adjust seasonings.
Sprinkle the coriander leaves over.
Serve hot.