Red Lentil Balls

Thoroughly wash and soak lentils for at least 4 hours. Grind to make thick batter by adding 2 tsp salt and red lentils.

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a non-stick pan and cook batter till it gains a halwa consistency.

Leave it to cook and make small balls out of the mixture. Add oil to a pan and when it heats up add cumin seeds, when they start to splutter, add green chili and onion.

Now add turmeric, coriander and red chili powder. Cook for 2 minutes and add tomato puree. Cook till oil starts to leave the sides.

Stir and add in basil, garam masala and lemon juice. Cook for 2 minutes and turn off the flame. Serve hot with tea.