Description

A rich and comforting creamy lentil dish made with coconut milk and seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon. It's versatile, satisfying, and perfect as a main course or a side dish.

Ingredients

1 cup dried red lentils

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon grated ginger

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground coriander

1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)

1 can (400ml) coconut milk

1 cup vegetable broth

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Rinse the lentils in a fine mesh sieve and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, until soft and golden.
Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, coriander, and chili powder (if using). Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the rinsed lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the mixture is thick and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of water or broth if it becomes too thick.

The recipe can be made ahead of time and even frozen for up to 3 months.

If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the amount of chili powder or add a fresh chopped chili.

You can use yellow or green lentils as a substitute for red lentils. Cooking times may vary based on the type of lentil used.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course or Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg