Cook a delicious Dhal at home with your CurryKits kit.
Serves 4
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Included in your kit
-
20g Dhal Spice Mix -
20g Garlic & Ginger Paste -
Whole Spices
You’ll need
- 200g Red Lentils, rinsed
- 900ml Water or Stock
- 1 Medium Onion (≈150g), finely chopped
- 1–2 Medium Tomatoes (≈150g), chopped
- 2 Tbsp Oil
- Juice of ½ Lemon
- Fresh Coriander, chopped (Garnish)
Method
Cook The Lentils
Rinse the lentils thoroughly. Place in a saucepan with the water or stock and simmer for 20–25 minutes until soft and creamy, skimming away any foam.
Toast Whole Spices
Heat the oil on medium heat. Add the whole spices and fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cook The Onions
Add the onion and cook for 10–12 minutes until golden.
Add Garlic & Ginger
Stir in the garlic & ginger paste and fry for 1–2 minutes. Add the Dhal Spice Mix with a splash of water and cook gently for 1 minute.
Cook The Tomatoes
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes until softened.
Combine & Simmer
Stir the onion mixture into the cooked lentils and simmer for 5 minutes.
Finish & Serve
Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve.
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