Red Lentil Dal Recipe

Name: Red Lentil Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cups chopped onions; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups water; 1 cup dried red lentils*; 3/4 teaspoon turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 cup basmati rice,* cooked according to package directions; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 jalapeno chili, seeded, chopped; *Available at Indian markets and in many supermarkets.

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onions
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups water
1 cup dried red lentils*
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup basmati rice,* cooked according to package directions
2 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno chili, seeded, chopped
*Available at Indian markets and in many supermarkets.

1
Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat.
2
Add 1 cup onion and 1 minced garlic clove and saute until tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
3
Set aside.
4
Combine 3 cups water, lentils, remaining 1 cup onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, turmeric, cumin and ginger in heavy medium saucepan.
5
Bring to boil.
6
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.
7
Transfer half of lentil mixture to processor; puree until smooth.
8
Return puree to same saucepan.
9
Mix in sauteed onion mixture.
10
Simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.
11
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Spoon rice into bowls.
13
Spoon dal over.
14
Top with tomatoes, cilantro and chili.

434

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 cups chopped onions, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 3 cups water, and more.

Yes, Red Lentil Dal falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Red Lentil Dal

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