AYANNA’S
REFLECTION
For centuries, human beings
have connected and formed
bonds despite the forces of
greed and fear being busy
at work. Amid brokenness,
hundreds of thousands of dedicated people
work tirelessly to change the systems of racism
and hatred. Those of us alive today—we’ve got
this! It’s beautiful experiencing people around
the world embracing those of a different race,
gender, sexual preference, social-economic
background, or a different religion or nationality.
When we intentionally learn how other people
perceive the world, we are participating in the
kind of love that shines light into the darkest
moments and places, transforming them into
moments and places of happiness.
Mong Masoor Daal
INGREDIENTS
1 cup masoor daal
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon red mirch powder
1 teaspoon zeera seeds
1 teaspoon dennia powder
1 teaspoon haldi powder
1 teaspoon Chinese salt
3 cups water
1 tablespoon green chili, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon oil
Pinch of fried onion
PREPARATION
Rinse masoor daal in a strainer a few times.
Heat a pot containing 3 cups of water on medium heat.
Mix in garam masala, red mirch powder, zeera seeds, dennia powder,
haldi powder, and Chinese salt into the pot.
Mix in the green chili and garlic.
Stir in masoor daal.
Cook for 5 minutes until boiling.
Add oil.
Cover and let steam for 10 minutes.
Remove lid and stir after 10 minutes.
Turn off heat and let cool till warm.
Serve warm with a sprinkle of fried onion and enjoy!
Mong Masoor Daal
AYANNA BOATENG PREPARES FATIMA CHAUDHARYʼS
MONG MASOOR DAAL RECIPE
Ayanna speaks with KCRA News Channel 3 in Sacramento.
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