Indian Lentil Dahl Recipe

Name: Indian Lentil Dahl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 onion finely chopped; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 4 garlic cloves minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced; 1 teaspoon Garam Masala can be easily found in the supermarket spice isle; 1 1/4 cups red lentils split; 1 cup coconut milk; 3 cups water; 1/3 cup chopped cilantro coarsely; 1 tablespoon lime juice; plum tomatoes 3 med., cored, seeded and diced

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 onion finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
1 teaspoon Garam Masala can be easily found in the supermarket spice isle
1 1/4 cups red lentils split
1 cup coconut milk
3 cups water
1/3 cup chopped cilantro coarsely
1 tablespoon lime juice
plum tomatoes 3 med., cored, seeded and diced

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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. Add garlic, ginger and Garam Masala , cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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2. 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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3. Add lime juice and cilantro. Check for seasoning. Serve (over rice if you like), topped with the diced tomatoes.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 onion finely chopped, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 4 garlic cloves minced, and more.

Yes, Indian Lentil Dahl falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Indian Lentil Dahl

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