Masoor Dal Tadka - Red Lentil Curry
Masoor Dal Tadka is a one-pot vegan red lentil curry that is bursting with flavors. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a comforting meal on a cold winter evening.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup dry red lentils soaked and washed
- 1 large carrot finely diced
- 2 cups spinach or add whatever veggies you like this recipe is flexible!
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ tbsp fresh ginger minced
- ½ tbsp oil
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- ½ tbsp sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- sea salt & black pepper to taste
- Lots of red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Begin by heating some oil in a pot on medium heat. Add the diced carrot and chopped onion and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.
- Next, add the minced garlic, ginger, and the rest of the spices, such as ground cumin, curry powder, sweetener of choice, ground turmeric, paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for a few more minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- Add the vegetable broth, soaked and washed red lentils, and the spinach (or other veggies of your choice). I also added some yellow cherry tomatoes for added color and flavor.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a nice simmer and let it cook for about 12 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the veggies are cooked through.
- Once the lentils and veggies are cooked, add the canned coconut milk to the pot and let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the flavors have melded together.
- Serve your Masoor dal tadka with basmati rice for a satisfying and delicious meal. Enjoy!
Notes
The flavors of this recipe deepen over time, so consider making a larger batch to share or save for leftovers. My husband went back for seconds, a testament to its deliciousness! 🌶😛 Cilantro would be a great addition, but if it's not available, green onions are a tasty substitute that work just as well. 😊
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