Description
A simple and nutritious red lentil dal recipe that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils
- 3 cups water
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, heat the oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until soft.
- Add the spices and stir for 30 seconds to release their aroma.
- Add the lentils and water, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Soak lentils for 30 minutes to reduce cooking time.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Serve with rice or flatbread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg