# Red Lentil Curry

This recipe details the preparation of a flavorful red lentil curry, emphasizing the importance of soaking and rinsing lentils for better cooking and nutrient absorption.

- Cuisine: Indian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

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

## Instructions

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

## Equipment

- Grater
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Pan
- Wooden 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.

## Source

- Original video: https://youtube.com/shorts/_SlCR-mNEAY?si=ghq4rQOrIuGP4q_B
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/f14e0c15-ba42-4b5e-8f78-e1f0af9f59d8
- Extracted: 2025-07-17

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