Red lentil dal
Description
The recipe won't take much time. The main advantage of this dish is that red lentils don't need to be soaked, meaning it will take less time to prepare. Thanks to the coconut milk, the dish turns out moderately spicy and flavorful. Dal can have different consistencies. The ingredient amounts in this recipe are for a thick dal, delicious when served with rice. If you prefer a soup-like consistency, double the amount of liquid. Serve hot.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt a piece of coconut oil and sauté the spices until fragrant.
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Step 3
Slice the tomatoes and carrots into medium-sized pieces.
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Step 4
Fry them in a pan with spices for 3-4 minutes.
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Step 5
Rinse the lentils, add them to the pan. Stir and continue frying for a couple of minutes.
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Step 6
Add water, coconut milk, and salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the lentils simmer, covered.
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Step 7
The lentils will be ready in about 15 minutes. At the end, squeeze 1-2 tablespoons of juice from the lemon and mix everything together.
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Step 8
Red lentil dal is ready.