2 cups chopped onion 2 cloves garlic -- minced 7 1/2 cups water 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 1/2 cups red lentils 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Saute the onion and garlic in 1/2 cup of the water in a large pot until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add the seasonings and cook for 1 minute. Add the lentils and the remaining water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour. Stir in the vinegar. Garnish with parsley before serving.