Wash lentils and soak for 10 minutes. Remove lentils that float to the surface and drain. Add drained lentils to 1 litre of fresh water and bring to the boil.
In a small pan, heat clarified butter and fry onions, chillies and garlic. Add onion mix to boiling lentils. Add salt, spices and ginger paste. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, until lentils have a thick, soft consistency.
Wash rice and soak in 1 litre of water for 5 minutes. Boil rice over medium heat for 10-15 minutes. Stir once thoroughly. Add butter and stir again.Turn the heat to low and cook, covered, for 5 minutes.
Serve rice and lentils in separate dishes, with a side of salad, chutney and roasted papadums.
