"Coconut milk adds a silky richness to this South Indian–style vegetarian meal...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 (2 1/2-inch) fresh jalapeño or serrano chile, finely chopped, including seeds
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2 cups water
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1 1/2 cups dried red lentils (10 oz)
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1 (13- to 14-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk
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1 lb zucchini (2 medium), cut into 1/4-inch dice
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1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro sprigs
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Accompaniment: white rice