Spicy Lentil Curry Recipe

Name: Spicy Lentil Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ghee or vegetable oil; Large onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1-inch piece of ginger root, chopped; 1 chili, seeded and minced; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup split red lentils (masoor dal); 1 3/4 cup vegetable stock; 1 cup canned diced tomatoes; 6 eggs; 1/4 cup coconut milk; Salt; Rice, hard-boiled egg, and fresh cilantro for serving

Servings: persons

Ghee or vegetable oil
Large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1-inch piece of ginger root, chopped
1 chili, seeded and minced
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 cup split red lentils (masoor dal)
1 3/4 cup vegetable stock
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
6 eggs
1/4 cup coconut milk
Salt
Rice, hard-boiled egg, and fresh cilantro for serving

1
Heat oil in a deep heavy pan. Add onion, saute 3 minutes. Add garlic, chile, and spices and cook one minute, stirring.
2
Stir in lentils, stock, and tomatoes, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender.
3
Meanwhile, hard-boil the eggs (bring to boil in cold water, then simmer 10 minutes).
4
Stir coconut milk into lentil mixture, season with salt.
5
Serve over rice, garnish with fresh cilantro and hard-boiled egg quarters.
6
Double the recipe for ample (maybe TOO ample) leftovers!

300

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: Ghee or vegetable oil, Large onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, 1-inch piece of ginger root, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lentil Curry 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.

Spicy Lentil Curry

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