This dal (made with quick-cooking red lentils) is about as simple as dal gets. A lump of butter stirred in at the end makes it nice and creamy, but to keep it vegan you can just use a little neutral oil instead (or leave it out entirely).

Makes: 4 servings
Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons peanut oil

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 cup dried red lentils, wa…