Sloppy Joe sauce recipe?

[Wolfie]

I guess I was thinking 6 Tbsp because I always make a double batch with an entire bag of lentils. So I ended up with a quadrupled batch that was still dangerous to eat.

So I am guessing when an Indian recipe calls for chili powder, it means the Indian version correct? I guess you can tell by the amount called for. I may have to buy some more of the stuff I tossed just for Indian recipes. Now that I know the difference my tongue should be safe.

 

[Freesia]

With spices I generally go by the cup. I cup of lentils I tend to use about one eighth of a teaspoon. 2 cups- I use about a quarter. But then I am a giant wuss who only likes a tiny hint of chilli. Using about half a teaspoon is fine if you prefer a hotter curry. You can also use it to taste ie put in the quarter or half a teaspoon, stir and cook for a while and then taste and add in tiny bits until you have the desired hotness. That is what I do with salt. : ) .