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Creamy Coconut Lentil Dal

Creamy Coconut Lentil Dal

Indulge in this Creamy Coconut Lentil Dal, a hearty and nutritious dish that blends coconut milk and red lentils with aromatic spices.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: coconut milk, Comfort Food, Creamy Coconut Lentil Dal, dal, lentils, vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients

For the Dal

  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat recommended
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Cooking Directions

  • In a large pot, warm the vegetable oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and chili powder; stir well to coat the onions and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the rinsed lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth; stir gently to combine.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the lentils are tender, stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For best results, always rinse the lentils well before cooking. This dish pairs beautifully with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg
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