Description
This easy red lentil dhal (or dahl, or dal) is flavored with curry paste and coconut milk. Incredibly simple and so delicious.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups red or pink lentils
- 5–6 cups of water (a large pot half full)
- 2 tablespoons curry paste
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- lime juice
- green herbs for garnish (I used malunggay leaves – you could use cilantro, green onions, etc.)
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a large pot.
- Add lentils and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent burning on the bottom. Remove from heat.
- Stir in remaining ingredients until completely incorporated. Season with additional salt and herbs for garnish.
Notes
Makes six 1 cup servings.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Indian
Keywords: red lentil dhal, lentil dhal, easy dhal recipe