Red Lentil Dahl

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a pot set over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of butter, and 3 teaspoons of cumin seeds.
  2. 2Let the cumin seeds toast up a little, making sure not to burn them.
  3. 3Add 2 thinly sliced onions to the pot.
  4. 4Next, add 5 cloves of minced garlic, 1.5 inches of minced ginger, and about a quarter cup of diced cilantro stems.
  5. 5Mix it all together.
  6. 6Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric, 2 teaspoons of garam masala, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder.
  7. 7Add 1 and a quarter cup of red lentils.
  8. 8Add 400 grams of diced tomatoes.
  9. 9Add about one can of coconut milk and a half cup of water.
  10. 10Mix it all together and let it come up to a simmer.
  11. 11Let it cook away until the lentils are soft, which takes about 20 minutes.
  12. 12Add 2 teaspoons of salt, the juice of a lime, and a handful of fresh cilantro.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 onions thinly sliced onions
  • 5 cloves minced garlic
  • 1.5 inch minced ginger
  • 0.25 cup cilantro stems, all diced up
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1.25 cup red lentils
  • 400 gram diced tomatoes
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 lime lime juice
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro

Equipment

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Tips

  • This recipe is great for meal prep.
  • You can freeze this dahl as well.
  • Make it and follow along for more approachable recipes.
  • Don't let the cumin seeds burn while toasting them up