Description
This Easy Red Lentil Dhal is a comforting and flavorful vegan dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. Made with red lentils, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk, this dish is hearty and satisfying. Serve it with naan or over steamed rice for a delicious and nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Cook the aromatics: Add the chopped onion and cook until softened. Stir in the garlic and ginger.
- Add the spices: Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and smoked paprika, and cook for 1 minute.
- Cook the lentils: Add the lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Simmer until lentils are soft.
- Finish the dish: Stir in coconut milk, season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
Notes
- Delicious with warm naan or steamed basmati rice.
- Add chili flakes for extra heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
