1 plump green chilli, split lengthways
2 garlic cloves, finely sliced
15g/陆oz piece fresh root ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 onion, finely sliced
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
陆 tsp dried chilli flakes
300g/10陆oz masoor dal (split red lentils), rinsed and drained
pinch asafoetida
freshly ground black pepper
陆 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp garam masala
陆 tsp black mustard seeds
陆 tsp fine sea salt
2 tbsp sunflower oil or ghee
1 tsp ground turmeric