Red Lentil Daal Recipe

Name: Red Lentil Daal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups red lentils (masoor daal); 6 -7 cups water; 1 tablespoon turmeric; 2 chopped tomatoes; 1 dash crushed red pepper flakes (or more); 1 white onion; cilantro; 3 lemons; 1 tablespoon mustard seeds; 1 tablespoon cumin seed

Servings: persons

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Toss part 1 in pot and get it boiling.
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In the meantime, chop up 1/2 the white onion and fry it on medium heat til its brownish.
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Set aside.
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When the lentils are boiling, skim off any starch foam, cover, and.reduce heat to medium.
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Chop 1 handful cilantro and juice 2 lemons.
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When the lentils have reached the desired consistency (20 mins or so).
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turn off the heat and stir in 3/4 the chopped cilantro, the lemon juice.
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(about 2-4T) and the onions.
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Salt to taste.
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6.Last, in a frying pan, heat a little oil on high.
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Add the mustard.
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seeds (black are best but any kind is ok) and heat til they start to.
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pop.
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7.Add the cumin seeds and fry for a few seconds longer, and chuck it all.
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in the pot.
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Serve topped with the rest of the cilantro and a squirt more lemon.
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over basmati rice.
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9.Optional tasty but fattening addition: 1-3T butter, melted in at the end.

188

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups red lentils (masoor daal), 6 -7 cups water, 1 tablespoon turmeric, 2 chopped tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Red Lentil Daal 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Red Lentil Daal

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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