Indian Spiced Yellow Lentils Recipe

Name: Indian Spiced Yellow Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Yellow Lentils; 1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil; 1 whole Small Onion, Diced; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Pepper; 1 teaspoon Garam Masala; 1 Tablespoon Ginger Stir-in-Paste; 1 Tablespoon Garlic Stir-in-Paste; 1 Tablespoon Lemongrass Stir-in-paste; 14- 1/2 ounces, weight Stewed Tomatoes; 14- 1/2 ounces, fluid Petite Diced Tomatoes; 1 whole Russet Potato, Peeled And Sliced; 13- 1/2 ounces, fluid Coconut Milk; 1 bunch Fresh Spinach

Servings: persons

2 cups Yellow Lentils
1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil
1 whole Small Onion, Diced
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Garam Masala
1 Tablespoon Ginger Stir-in-Paste
1 Tablespoon Garlic Stir-in-Paste
1 Tablespoon Lemongrass Stir-in-paste
14- 1/2 ounces, weight Stewed Tomatoes
14- 1/2 ounces, fluid Petite Diced Tomatoes
1 whole Russet Potato, Peeled And Sliced
13- 1/2 ounces, fluid Coconut Milk
1 bunch Fresh Spinach

1
In a pot of boiling water, add lentils and cook until soft, about 15 minutes.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
In a skillet on medium high heat, add oil and heat until warm.
4
Add onions, salt, pepper and garam masala.
5
Cook until softened, 34 minutes.
6
Add stir-in-pastes and cook 12 minutes.
7
Add tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
8
Add diced potatoes, cover pan and cook for 10 minutes.
9
Add coconut milk, stir well and cook for 1 minute.
10
Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
11
Finish by adding lentils.
12
Mix well and cook for 23 more minutes.

483

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Yellow Lentils, 1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil, 1 whole Small Onion, Diced, 1 teaspoon Salt, and more.

Yes, Indian Spiced Yellow Lentils falls under the General 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.

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Indian Spiced Yellow Lentils

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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