Red Lentil Dal Recipe
Similar to the real deal, this Indian red lentil dal recipe is perfect for easy weeknight meals or vegetarian dinner party. Quick and easy, one pot, minimal fuss and maximum flavour.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 295kcal
Equipment
- 1 Heavy-based saucepan
- 1 Wooden Spoon
- 1 Sharp kitchen knife
- 1 Chopping Board
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil coconut, avocado, vegetable, olive - your choice.
- 1 yellow/brown onion finely diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 garlic clove crushed
- 2 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 ¼ cup red lentils around 8 oz
- 4 tomatoes diced
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium-sized heavy-based saucepan over medium heat.
- Fry the onion until soft approximately 5 minutes, then fry the ginger and garlic together until fragrant for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the turmeric and stir through for 30 seconds.
- Add the vegetable stock and bring to the boil.
- Once the stock is boiling, add the lentils and bring to the boil.
- Add tomatoes and carrot and stir well.
- Bring to the boil, reduce the heat, and simmer covered for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are cooked through. If the dal is too runny, remove the lid.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve as is, or with naan bread or rice.
Notes
Oil Type - I like using a neutral oil like avocado oil; most other oils will work. Coconut or vegetable oil also pairs well with the Dal flavour.
Sticking Lentils? - Regularly stir the lentil dal when it's simmering so the lentils don't stick to the bottom of the pan.
Serving Suggestion - I love serving my Dal with Greek Yogurt, a squeeze of lemon and some naan bread. Make sure to season properly with enough salt to bring out the flavours.
Nutritional Information - doesn't include yogurt, naan or other ingredients you use to serve the dal.
Nutrition
Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 970mg | Potassium: 873mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 6135IU | Vitamin C: 15.4mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 5.1mg
