Dal Spiced Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Dal (Spiced Lentil Soup) Recipe
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons oil, butter, or niter kibbeh; 2 large onions, chopped; 3 inches ginger, peeled and minced; 3 jalapeño chiles, minced; Heavy pinch asafoetida; 12 curry leaves; 2 teaspoons mustard seed; 1 tablespoon coriander, freshly ground; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 pound (2 cups) red lentils (masoor dal); 1 teaspoon vadouvan, garam masala, or curry powder; Yogurt and minced cilantro, for garnish