This easy red lentil dahl recipe requires no chopping and takes just 15 minutes. It is made entirely from long-life pantry staples so it makes the perfect quick weekday dinner. Not only is it quick, but it’s also extremely tasty.
2TeaspoonsOf My Homemade Curry PowderOr 2 Teaspoons Of Any Curry Powder Spice Mix
1400g (15 Oz) CanChopped Tomatoes
1400g (15 Oz) Can Light Coconut Milk Or 284ml Coconut Milk From A Carton
1CupWater
2TeaspoonsOf My Homemade Vegetable Stock PowderOr 2 Teaspoons Bouillon Powder Or 1 Stock Cube
3TeaspoonsLemon Juice
30gCilantro or Coriander (Save Some For A Garnish)
Serve With
2CupsCooked White Rice(½ Cup Cooked Rice Per Serving)
4TablespoonsOf Pickled Onion(1 Tablespoon Per Serving)
½Large Cucumber
1Tomato
4TablespoonsSoya Yogurt(Add 1 Tablespoon Per Serving)
Garnish With
Ground Black Pepper
White Sesame Seeds, Black Sesame Seeds Or Nigella Seeds
3TablespoonsFresh Cilantro Or Coriander
Instructions
Rinse and drain the red lentils. Add all of the red lentil dahl ingredients to a non-stick large saucepan or large pot. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook over a low heat for 15 minutes or until the lentils are soft. Stir occasionally.
While the dah is cooking, prepare some white rice, or other side carb of your choice.
Slice the cucumber and tomato.
Serve the dahl in pasta bowls. Add the rice to the side.
If you want to add some extra taste and nutrients to the meal, some great additions are to add some pickled onion, cucumber, and tomato to the side. Top with plant-based yogurt. Sprinkle black pepper, white or black sesame seeds or nigella seeds on top, and top with the remaining coriander.
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Notes
Storage: This recipe keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days in an air-tight container. It also freezes well for up to 3 months. Defrost it before using it. Reheat it by warming it up gently in a pan.Nutritional Information: The nutritional information is for one serving of the entire meal including side dishes, sauces, veg, garnishes, and all other elements listed under the ingredients. Alternative Cooking Methods: This recipe works well in an Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi Max, or any other pressure cooker. Cook it on high pressure for 10 minutes and quick-release the steam. Alternatively, you can cook this for at least 6 hours in a slow cooker.