Indian Dhal Recipe
This authentic Indian dhal recipe is easy to make and full of flavor. With just a few ingredients and 45 minutes of cooking time, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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Equipment
- Blender OR
- Immersion Blender (Optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup Red Lentils Rinsed And Drained
- 4 cups Water
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 Onion Diced
- 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- Salt To Taste
- Cilantro Leaves Chopped; (Optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
- Add rinsed red lentils to the pot and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Add the onion and spice mixture to the pot with the cooked lentils. Stir well to combine.
- If desired, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add lemon juice to the pot and stir well.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro leaves if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 63IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2mg
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