What a Dal Recipe

Name: What a Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, cut into pieces; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon turmeric; ½ teaspoon ground cardamom; ½ teaspoon dry mustard; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground allspice; 1 ½ cups dried brown lentils, picked over and rinsed; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 3 cups water (more as needed); salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, cut into pieces
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 ½ cups dried brown lentils, picked over and rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
3 cups water (more as needed)
salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Pour the oil into a 4-quart slow-cooker and set it on HIGH.
2
In a food processor, puree the onion, garlic, and ginger and add it to the cooker.
3
Cover and cook to mellow the flavor and remove the raw taste while you assemble the other ingredients.
4
Stir in the coriander, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, mustard, cayenne, and allspice, and cook, stirring for 30 seconds.
5
Turn the setting to LOW.
6
Add the lentils, kidney beans, and water; cover, and cook for 8 hours.
7
Add additional water, if needed.
8
Before serving, season with salt and pepper and adjust the other seasonings, if necessary.

276

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large yellow onion, cut into pieces, 2 garlic cloves, peeled, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced, and more.

Yes, What a Dal 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.

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What a Dal

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