Curried Lentils In Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

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• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 piece fresh ginger (2 inches long), peeled and finely grated
• Coarse salt
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala*
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 jar (26 ounces) quality store-bought tomato sauce
• 2 cans (20 ounces each) cooked lentils, rinsed and drained or about 2-3 cups cooked lentils
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish (optional)
• Cooked basmati (or other long-grain white or brown) rice, for serving
• Plain yogurt, about 1-2 cups
• * this is an Indian spice available at most health food stores or major grocers