Warm Red Lentil Dal with Pita Chips Recipe

Name: Warm Red Lentil Dal with Pita Chips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound red lentils (about 1 1/4 cups), picked over and rinsed; 1 14 1/2-ounce can low-sodium chicken broth, or homemade, skimmed of fat; 1 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/4 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 large tomato, seeded and finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Servings: persons

1/2 pound red lentils (about 1 1/4 cups), picked over and rinsed
1 14 1/2-ounce can low-sodium chicken broth, or homemade, skimmed of fat
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large tomato, seeded and finely diced
1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

1
In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils, broth, water, and turmeric.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan; add the garlic, cumin seeds, and crushed red pepper.
4
Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
5
Remove the lentils from heat, and stir in the garlic mixture, diced tomato, mint, and salt.
6
Serve warm.
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(Per serving)
8
Calories: 189
9
Fat: 5g
10
Cholesterol: 11mg
11
Carbohydrate: 25g
12
Sodium: 291mg
13
Protein: 12g
14
Fiber: 3g

319

kcal

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Fat

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Protein

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound red lentils (about 1 1/4 cups), picked over and rinsed, 1 14 1/2-ounce can low-sodium chicken broth, or homemade, skimmed of fat, 1 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and more.

Yes, Warm Red Lentil Dal with Pita Chips 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.

Warm Red Lentil Dal with Pita Chips

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