Red Lentil – Classical Ayurveda Dhal Recipe

Name: Red Lentil – Classical Ayurveda Dhal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Lentils; 1 1/2 cups red lentils; 6 cups water; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon black salt; 2 -3 dry curry leaves (optional); Sauce; 4 tablespoons ghee; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon ajwain (Carom Seeds); 1 medium onion; 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger; 1 tomatoes; 5 garlic cloves

Servings: persons

Lentils
1 1/2 cups red lentils
6 cups water
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black salt
2 -3 dry curry leaves (optional)
Sauce
4 tablespoons ghee
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon ajwain (Carom Seeds)
1 medium onion
1/2 inch piece fresh ginger
1 tomatoes
5 garlic cloves

1
In one pot put the lentils and water.
2
Add the turmeric, chilly, salt and curry leaves and bring to boil.
3
Cook for about 20 minutes.
4
In a separate sauce pan heat up the ghee and add the mustard and ajwain seeds.
5
When you hear the seeds pop add the chopped onion and shredded ginger.
6
Cook the onions until they are well cooked and brown. To them add the diced tomatoes and finely chopped garlic.
7
Cook until the tomatoes become soft and are well mixed in the sauce.
8
Add the sauce to the lentils and simmer for another 10 minutes.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Lentils, 1 1/2 cups red lentils, 6 cups water, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, and more.

Yes, Red Lentil – Classical Ayurveda Dhal falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Red Lentil – Classical Ayurveda Dhal

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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