Masala Lentils Recipe

Name: Masala Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander; 3 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons marsala garam; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/3 cup cilantro leaves packed; 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 1 red onion small, diced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1/3 cup masala paste; 29 ounces stewed tomatoes can of; 1 cup coconut milk; 1/2 cup lentils; 3 handfuls spinach

Servings: persons

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander
3 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons marsala garam
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/3 cup cilantro leaves packed
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 red onion small, diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1/3 cup masala paste
29 ounces stewed tomatoes can of
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup lentils
3 handfuls spinach

1
In a small food processor, add red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, garam marsala, and salt and pulse. Give a couple pulse to incorporate.
2
Next, add avocado oil, tomato paste, and cilantro leaves. Pulse until paste forms and everything is well incorporated. Set aside.
3
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt coconut oil and add diced onion, cooking until translucent, 4-5 minutes.
4
Add in minced garlic and cook for one more minute.
5
Stir in masala paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, then stir in stewed tomatoes and coconut milk. Stir together and bring to a boil.
6
Add in lentils and reduce heat to medium low. Cook, stirring often, until lentils are tender, 20-25 minutes.
7
Finish by folding in the spinach.
8
Serve and enjoy!

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander, 3 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Masala 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.

Masala Lentils

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