Red Lentil Dal
This easy red lentil dal is rich in flavour and super easy to make, so what are you waiting for? It's not only extremely comforting, but also packed with nutrients. That's thanks to the spices, soft lentils and rich coconut cream that make this dish absolutely delightful. It comes together in 20 minutes and is perfect for lunch the next day, too. This easy red lentil dal is sure to become a new favorite recipe.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion (medium)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 piece ginger (about 1 cm)
- 2 tsp sugar
- 150 g red split lentils
- 200 ml veggie broth (1 cube dissolved in 200ml water)
- 1 can diced tomato
- ½ can coconut cream (about 200ml)
Spices
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garam masala (or curry powder)
- 1 tsp cumin (ground or seeds)
- 1 tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp chili
Instructions
- Finely chop garlic, onion and ginger. Add to a large pot with some oil and fry until onions become translucent
- Add paprika, turmeric, cumin and chili to the pot and fry the spices for about 5 minutes to intensify the flavors
- Add veggie broth, rinsed red lentils and canned tomatoes. Simmer for about 20 minutes (check your lentil package, but most split lentils will take 10-20 minutes to cook)
- When lentils are soft, stir in coconut cream and 1-2 tbsp sugar to taste.
- Top with fresh cilantro, coconut cream or yoghurt and serve with rice, our naan bread or sautéed veggies.