Red Lentils with Ginger Recipe

Name: Red Lentils with Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, crushed in a garlic press; 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 3 tablespoons olive or canola oil; 4 tablespoons chopped onions; 1 cup (5 ounces) finely chopped tomatoes; 1 cup red lentils (skinless masoor dal), washed and drained; 3/41 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)

Servings: persons

3 cloves garlic, crushed in a garlic press
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
3 tablespoons olive or canola oil
4 tablespoons chopped onions
1 cup (5 ounces) finely chopped tomatoes
1 cup red lentils (skinless masoor dal), washed and drained
3/41 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)

1
Put the garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, cayenne, and turmeric into a cup and mix.
2
Pour the oil into a wide, medium pan and set over medium heat.
3
When hot, put in the onions.
4
Stir and fry until they turn golden at the edges.
5
Add the spice mixture from the cup.
6
Stir for a minute.
7
Add the tomatoes.
8
Stir and cook, scraping the bottom, until the tomatoes have softened.
9
Now put in the red lentils, 3 1/2 cups water, and the salt.
10
Bring to a boil.
11
Cover partially, turn heat to low, and cook 45 minutes.
12
Stir well and cook, uncovered, another 5 minutes.
13
Stir in the cilantro and butter just before serving.

210

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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: 3 cloves garlic, crushed in a garlic press, 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Red Lentils with Ginger 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.

Red Lentils with Ginger

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