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

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.

Jaydee O'Reilly
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced. I especially liked the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Zeroyt 704
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This dhal was delicious and easy to make. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a perfect meal.


Md nurul amin Hasan
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced. I especially liked the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Tyson Ewing
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were so soft and creamy, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a rich and flavorful taste.


snowbear snowwhite
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This dhal was delicious and easy to make. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a perfect meal.


frial mohamed
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced. I especially liked the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Erika Pickles
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were so soft and creamy, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a rich and flavorful taste.


Naveed Nazeer
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This dhal was delicious and easy to make. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a perfect meal.


Moon Moon
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced. I especially liked the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Trinity Baby
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were so soft and creamy, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a rich and flavorful taste.


Hazrat Zaman
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This dhal was delicious and easy to make. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a perfect meal.


JS Sabbir
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced. I especially liked the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Denise McCrum
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I love this recipe! The lentils are always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the addition of coconut milk, which gives the dish a creamy and rich texture. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my


KRATOSMUTANT_GAMING
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This dhal was delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were well-balanced. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a hit with my family.


George Mwaura
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The lentils are always cooked perfectly and the flavors are always spot-on. I love the addition of coconut milk, which gives the dish a creamy and rich texture.


Deepak Batala
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This was a fantastic recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I served it with rice and a side of naan, and it was a perfect meal.


Newton
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were so soft and creamy, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a rich and flavorful taste.


gaBBar King
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This dhal was easy to make and packed with flavor. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular meal rotation.


Asad Abbas
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The lentils were soft and flavorful, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


lyndsey Reddie
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This red lentil dhal was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and comforting, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again!