Spinach Dhal Recipe

Name: Spinach Dhal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 5/8 cups orange split, /red lentil, rinsed; 6 1/3 cups water; 2 inches ginger peeled and cut into thin strips; 4 garlic cloves sliced; 5 green chilies deseeded and chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric haldi; 1 can chopped tomatoes; 7 ounces baby spinach leaves; salt to taste; 2 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Servings: persons

1 5/8 cups orange split, /red lentil, rinsed
6 1/3 cups water
2 inches ginger peeled and cut into thin strips
4 garlic cloves sliced
5 green chilies deseeded and chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric haldi
1 can chopped tomatoes
7 ounces baby spinach leaves
salt to taste
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala

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1. Place the lentils, water, ginger, garlic, chillies and turmeric in a pan, bring to a boil, then simmer over a moderate heat for 10 minutes.
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2. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for a further 20 minutes.
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3. Add spinach and salt and cook for another 10 minutes or so, until the lentils have started to break down and the curry comes together.
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4. Meanwhile, heat the butter in a small frying pan and add the cumin, coriander & garam masala powders and allow to redden.
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5 Pour the spice mixture into the pan of lentils and stir thoroughly. Add a little fresh, chopped coriander.
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6 Cook for another minute and serve with basmati rice.

340

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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 5/8 cups orange split, /red lentil, rinsed, 6 1/3 cups water, 2 inches ginger peeled and cut into thin strips, 4 garlic cloves sliced, and more.

Yes, Spinach Dhal 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.

Spinach Dhal

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