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Spiced Red Lentil Dhal

A rich, hearty dish, this Red Lentil Dhal is great as a main dish! Warming and delicious, and excellent to make ahead, or for a quick weeknight dinner!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 261 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • salt
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
Spices
  • 2 teaspoons prepared chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons Turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons mustard seeds whole
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds whole, can sub ground cumin

Instructions

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  1. Combine spices in a small bowl, and set aside.
  2. In a large dutch oven, heat the oil over medium high.
  3. Add the onion, and cook until softened. Add the garlic, and cook a minute longer.
  4. Add the spices and continue to cook, stirring, for 2 mins.
  5. Add the bay leaves, lentils and stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Turn the heat down, and simmer, partially covered for about 15-20 minutes.
  7. Lentils should be tender and the liquid mostly absorbed.
  8. Remove from heat, and stir in the cilantro.
  9. Devour.

Notes

  • Variations for Red Lentil Dhal:
  • Add some extra garlic, and ginger if you want to increase the spicy flavor without the heat.
  • Add a bit of cayenne, boost the heat!
  • Use brown lentils, or a blend of both red and brown for a different look

Nutrition Information

Calories 261kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 499mg (21%) Potassium 567mg (16%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 715IU (14%) Vitamin C 4.8mg (5%) Calcium 59mg (6%) Iron 5.4mg (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 261

% Daily Value*

Calories 261kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 499mg 21%
Potassium 567mg 12%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 715IU 14%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 5%
Calcium 59mg 6%
Iron 5.4mg 30%

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