soak black lentils overnight. drain and add to red lentils. in a pan .cover with water and bring to boil. reduce heat.simmer until tender. mash down with a wooden spoon.

in a bowl mix the cream ,yogurt and cornflour. stir into the lentils.

heat 1 tablespoon of the ghee ir oil in a wok.karahi or large pan fry onion,ginger, 2 of the green chillies add tomato until onion is soft but not brown. add the ground spices salt and fry for 2 minutes. stir this aromatic mix in. to the lentils and mix well .reheat. transfer to heatproof serving dish and keep warm

heat remaining ghee or oil in wok over low heat and fry the garlic slices and remaining green chillies until garlic is slightly golden brown. pour over the lentils and mix in just before serving. place some extra cream to add for people if they wish too.

serves 4-6