Dhal

Ingredients:
little olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, grated
1/2 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 cups water
1 small sweet potato
1/2 cup red lentils

Procedure:
1. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan and saute the onion for a few minutes. Add the garlic and the ginger and continue to saute for several minutes.
2. Add the remaining spices and cook for 5 more minutes.
3. Add 1 1/4 cups of water, stir and then add the sweet potato and lentils.
4. Bring to a boil then lower the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes until the lentils are cooked. If your dhal looks too dry at any point, add more water.