Red Lentil Curry

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Wash the red lentils thoroughly.
  2. 2Grate the ginger.
  3. 3Chop the jalapenos.
  4. 4Heat oil in a pan.
  5. 5Add grated ginger and chopped jalapenos to the pan.
  6. 6Add cumin powder, curry powder, and turmeric to the pan and stir.
  7. 7Add the washed red lentils to the pan.
  8. 8Pour in tomato puree and water.
  9. 9Cover the pan and let it cook.
  10. 10Remove the lid and sprinkle salt.
  11. 11Add fresh cilantro.
  12. 12Serve the red lentil curry with bread.

Ingredients

  • Red Lentils
  • Ginger
  • Jalapenos
  • Oil
  • Cumin powder
  • Curry powder
  • Turmeric
  • Tomato puree
  • Water
  • Salt
  • Cilantro

Equipment

GraterKnifeCutting boardPanWooden spoon

Tips

  • Soaking lentils overnight and rinsing them thoroughly helps them cook faster and improves the absorption of important nutrients.
  • Lentils are versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes.