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Lentil Dal

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Shared by demo_user• February 01, 2026

Creamy Indian lentil curry with warming spices.

⏱️ Prep Time

10 min

🔥 Cook Time

30 min

⏰ Total Time

40 min

🍽️ Serves

6

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1.5 cups red lentils
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1 large onion, diced
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2 tomatoes, diced
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon ginger, minced
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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1 teaspoon garam masala
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1/2 cup coconut milk
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1
Rinse lentils and soak for 10 minutes, drain.
⏱️ 12 minutes
2
Heat oil in pot, add cumin seeds until they sizzle.
⏱️ 1 minutes
3
Add onions, cook until golden.
⏱️ 5 minutes
4
Add garlic, ginger, and spices, cook for 1 minute.
⏱️ 2 minutes
5
Add tomatoes and cook until soft.
⏱️ 5 minutes
6
Add lentils and 3 cups water, bring to boil.
⏱️ 5 minutes
7
Simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
⏱️ 25 minutes
8
Stir in coconut milk and adjust seasoning.
⏱️ 2 minutes
9
Serve with rice or naan bread.
⏱️ 1 minutes

Note 1

Serve with rice or naan bread

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