Description
A comforting and flavorful Coconut Red Lentil Dahl recipe that is easy to make, vegan, and packed with Indian-inspired spices. This creamy and aromatic dish is perfect for a satisfying plant-based meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil: In a large saucepan, heat coconut oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion: Add diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add aromatics and spices: Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, turmeric, coriander, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook lentils: Add rinsed lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes until lentils are soft and dahl is thick.
- Season and garnish: Season with salt, stir in lime juice, and let sit for a few minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or flatbread.
Notes
- You can add chopped spinach or kale for extra greens.
- Adjust spices to taste and add more chili flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
