Indian Lentil Dahl

Name: Indian Lentil Dahl
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 T. canola oil; 1/3 c. coarsely chopped cilantro; 1 c. coconut milk; 1 T. minced fresh ginger; 1 t. Garam Masala (can be easily found in the supermarket spice isle); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 T. lime juice; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 . plum tomatoes; 1 1/4 c. split red lentils; 3/4 t. salt; 3 c. water

“The recipe Indian Lentil Dahl can be made in about 45 minutes. This recipe makes 4 servings with 400 calories, 17g of protein, and 20g of fat each. For $1.06 per serving, this recipe covers 23% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is brought to you by Foodista. A mixture of lime juice, lentils, coconut milk, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. 13 people were glad they tried this recipe. It works well as a main course. It is a rather inexpensive recipe for fans of Indian food. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and vegan diet. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 75%, which is solid. Similar recipes include Indian Spice – 5:2 Diet for Red Lentil Dahl, Indian Spice – 5:2 Diet for Red Lentil Dahl, and Indian Spice – 5:2 Diet for Red Lentil Dahl.”

total: 45 min
effort: Easy
serves: 4
ratings: New

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Ingredients

Serves 4

Canola oil2 tsp
Cilantro⅓ cup
Coconut milk1 cup
Ginger1 tsp
Garam masalacan be easily found in the supermarket spice isle1 tsp
Garlic clovesminced4
Lime juice1 tsp
Onionfinely chopped1
Plum tomatoes3
Lentils1.3 cups
Salt¾ tsp
Water3 cups

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Method preview

5 steps · 45 min

1
In a large saucepan, combine oil, onion and salt at medium-high heat. Cook until onion starts to brown, around 5 minutes or so.
2
Add garlic, ginger and Garam Masala , cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3
Add lentils, coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered until lentils are fully tender and broken down to an almost paste-like consistency, about 25-30 minutes.

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