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Dal Nirvana

Dal nirvana is a simple, creamy lentil dish seasoned with aromatic Indian spices.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 2043 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry brown lentils $0.31
  • 1 oz. can crushed or diced tomatoes $1.49
  • 2 cloves garlic $0.12
  • 1 inch fresh ginger $0.07
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper $0.03
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin $0.03
  • 2 Tbsp butter $0.17
  • salt and pepper to taste $0.05
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk or cream $0.75
  • 1/4 bunch fresh cilantro $0.37

Instructions

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  1. Place the lentils in a pot and cover with a couple inches of water. Bring to a boil over high heat and boil until tender (about ten minutes). Drain the lentils in a colander.
  2. While the lentils are boiling, mince the garlic and peel and grate the ginger (use a small cheese grater). Return the drained lentils to the pot (medium heat) and add the butter, ginger, garlic, cayenne, cumin, salt and pepper.
  3. Add the can of tomatoes and one cup of water. Stir it all together, bring it to a simmer then reduce the heat to low. Put a lid on the pot and let it simmer for half an hour. The mixture should be soft and thick after a half hour. If it is not, continue to simmer, adding more water if it dries out. You want the end product to be thick, not watery.
  4. Stir in the evaporated milk or cream and garnish with fresh, chopped cilantro. Serve over rice or with naan bread for dipping!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Serving Calories 204.3kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 28.98g (10%) Protein 10.78g (22%) Fat 6.08g (9%) Sodium 327.67mg (14%) Fiber 5.05g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2043

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving
Calories 204.3kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 28.98g 10%
Protein 10.78g 22%
Fat 6.08g 9%
Sodium 327.67mg 14%
Fiber 5.05g 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.