Best 2 Red Lentil Dhal Recipes

Red lentil dhal is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Made with red lentils, tomatoes, and a variety of spices, this dish is packed with flavor and is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Red lentil dhal is also a versatile dish that can be served with rice, naan, or roti, and can be made with a variety of different vegetables and spices to suit your taste. Whether you are a vegetarian or looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, red lentil dhal is sure to be a hit.

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RED LENTIL DHAL WITH CRISP PARSNIPS

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I can never have enough things to do with lentils. I found this in the February 2008 copy of BBC Good Food magazine and decided to add it for future use. The recipe says that his can be frozen if you leave off the parsnip crisps.

Provided by Sarah_Jayne

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 teaspoon sunflower oil
2 onions, chopped
8 ounces dried red lentils, rinsed
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 pints vegetable stock, hot
2 parsnips

Steps:

Heat oven to 400 degrees.
Heat the 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan, add the onions, then fry for about 2 minutes until lightly colored.
Stir in lentils and curry powder.
Add the tomatoes and stock.
Bring to the boil and then reduce the heat and cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes.
Peel the parsnips and shave into strips.
Toss the parsnips in 1 teaspoon oil in a roasting tin and bake for 10 minutes until crisp.
Spoon the dhal into 4 bowls and pile the parsnips on top.

RED LENTIL DHAL

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Toasting and grinding your seeds is so worth the effort, and doesn't take long at all. Serve this dhal as a main dish with rice or as a side dish. It is aromtaic, rich and delicious.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories Lentil

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 medium yellow onion
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried red lentils
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 -5 cups water or 4 -5 cups vegetable broth
5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 lime, juice of
1 cup lightly packed chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons mustard seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seed
1 teaspoon cumin seed
6 whole cloves
2 dried red chilies (seeds removed)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

In a saute pan over medium heat, toast the seeds (but not the dried red chili) for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Remove from pan and let cool.
Transfer to coffee grinder, along with the dried red chili and cinnamon, and grind to a fine powder.
Over medium-high heat oil a soup pot, add onions and saute for 5 minutes.
Add garlic and ginger and saute 5 more minutes.
Add spices and salt, saute 5 minutes more.
Add 4 cups of liquid (stock, water or broth) and stir to deglaze the pot.
Add tomato paste and lentils.
Bring to a boil then lower the heat a bit and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the tomatoes, lime juice and cilantro and more water if it looks to thick.
Simmer 10 more minutes, or until lentils are completely tender.

Tips:

Use high-quality red lentils: Look for lentils that are whole, unsplit, and free from debris. Whole lentils hold their shape better during cooking and produce a more flavorful dhal.
Soak the lentils before cooking: Soaking the lentils helps to soften them and reduce cooking time. You can soak the lentils for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
Use a variety of spices: The spices used in a red lentil dhal can vary depending on your personal preferences. Common spices include cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder.
Don't overcook the lentils: Red lentils cook quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on them to prevent them from becoming mushy. Once the lentils are tender but still hold their shape, they are done cooking.
Serve with rice or bread: Red lentil dhal is traditionally served with rice or bread. It can also be served with yogurt, chutney, or pickles.

Conclusion:

Red lentil dhal is a delicious, nutritious, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great source of protein, fiber, and iron, and it's also a good source of antioxidants. If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal that's easy to make, red lentil dhal is a great option.