vegan dahl

Ready in 30 minutes or less, this Indian Red Lentil Dahl is easy to make and full of flavor. Serve with rice and vegan naan for an incredible feast!

Quick & Easy Red Lentil Dahl

olive oil

yellow onion, chopped small

garlic,

ginger,

garam masala

turmeric

red pepper chili flakes

red lentils

can diced tomatoes

can full fat coconut milk

vegetable broth

salt,

lemon,

baby spinach

rice

Vegan Naan

In a large pot or pan over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion in the olive oil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Then add the garlic and ginger and cook 1 more minute, until fragrant.

Add the garam masala, turmeric and red pepper flakes to the pan and stir into the onion mixture. Add a few tablespoons of water if the mixture is too dry.

Now add the dried lentils, canned tomatoes and their juices, coconut milk and vegetable broth to the pan. Stir well and turn the heat to high. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the lentils are cooked and soft. Stir occasionally.

Squeeze the lemon juice into the pan, and stir in the spinach as well until wilted. Add salt to taste. I used 1 teaspoon.

Serve with brown or white rice and Vegan Naan. Enjoy!

Easy, delicious and creamy vegan dahl recipe perfect for the camp stove or a simple dinner at home.

Vegan Dahl - Easy & Delicious Camp Stove Recipe

lentils

full fat coconut milk

cumin powder

tsp corriander powder

tsp tumeric powder

tsp chilli powder (- add more or less depending on your desired spice level)

garlic

stock cube

salt (- depending on how salty your stock is)

kale (- optional)

mushrooms (- optional)

In a pan over a medium heat add the coconut milk, along with your spices if not already pre mixed: cumin, corriander, turmeric, garlic and the stock cube.

Stir to combine then add the mushrooms and kale. Allow them to cook for about 5 minutes.

Add the lentils and allow the dahl to cook for another 5 minutes stirring occassionaly.

Once it&#039;s piping hot serve over rice or with crusty bread.

Creamy, naturally vegan and gluten-free Dahl curry with red lentils made in the Instant pot.

Easy Indian Red Lentil Dahl

cumin seeds

onions

tsp coriander

tsp red paprika (Use chili powder

tsp turmeric

salt

red split lentils (Masoor dal)

water

tsp oil

tsp finely chopped garlic

tsp smoked paprika

Place the red lentils in a colander and wash them under running water.

Set aside.

Place the inner pot inside the Instant Pot.

Turn on SAUTE MODE- NORMAL- 8 MINS.

Wait for the display to read HOT.

Now, add the oil.

Tip in the cumin seeds and when they crackle, add the chopped garlic and finely chopped onions.

Mix well and saute for 1 min until the onions become pink and soft.

Now, add the ground coriander and paprika along with salt and turmeric.

Mix well and immediately add the washed lentils and water.

Stir well to combine.

Press CANCEL.

Ensure that the sealing ring has been fitted properly into the lid.

Close the Instant Pot.

Now, press PRESSURE COOK button- HIGH PRESSURE for 10 MINUTES.

Allow the cooking cycle to complete.

When the cooking cycle is complete, wait for natural pressure release.

Once the pressure releases naturally, open the lid and gently mash the dal once or twice using a ladle.

Instant pot red lentils dahl

Heat a small skillet over medium heat with oil.

Now, add finely chopped garlic and wait for the garlic to brown.

This takes about 2 mins on medium heat.

When the garlic has browned, switch off the flame and add the smoked paprika.

Immediately, transfer this to the cooked dal, stir well to combine.

Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot.

Tempering

In order to minimize the cooking time, wash the lentils under running water and soak the washed lentils in 2 cups hot water for 20 mins.

After 20 mins, heat a heavy bottomed pan or dutch oven with oil.

Crackle the cumin seeds and when the seeds have crackled, add the chopped garlic and finely chopped onions.

Mix well and cook till the onions become pink and soft.

While the onions are cooking, drain the lentils in a colander and set aside.

Now, add the ground coriander, ground turmeric and paprika along with salt.

Stir to combine. Add the soaked lentils and water.

Mix well.

Cook on low flame till the dals are cooked and mushy.

It takes somewhere between 12 mins to 15 mins for the dal to be cooked fully.

When cooked, mash well using a ladle.

Open pan method

Heat a 3 liter deep pressure cooker or pan with oil.

Now, add the cumin seeds and allow them to crackle.

Tip in the garlic and onions.

Mix well and fry till onions become soft and pink.

Add the spice powders and salt. Stir well.

Immediately add the washed red lentils along with the water.

Stir to combine.

Close the cooker with the lid and put on the weight.

Pressure cook for 5 whistles on medium heat.

When done, switch off flame and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Once pressure releases, open the lid and mash the dal once or twice.

Follow the instructions given above under the Instant Pot method for tempering the dal.

Mix well and garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves.

Serve hot.

Stovetop Pressure Cooker Method

Red lentil dahl is the perfect cozy weeknight meal. It&#039;s gluten free, vegan  ready in 30 minutes and excluding spices requires only 10 ingredients. The perfect recipe for meal prep!

Vegan Red Lentil Dahl

onion

tbsp coconut or olive oil

ginger

red bell pepper

carrots

unsweetened coconut milk

tomato paste

tsp curry powder

tsp cumin

lemon

tsp sea salt (or

tsp red pepper flakes (more

Black pepper

mince

saute

Sauté in a large pot with the olive oil and fresh ginger until the onion is translucent. About 5 minutes.

chop

Add in the diced carrots and bell pepper and saute for an additional 5 minutes.

add all ingredients

Add remaining ingredients (aside from spinach) and bring to a low boil.

simmer

Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until it is your desired consistency. 

add spinach

Add spinach during the final few minutes of cooking to let it wilt.

taste

serve

Serve hot over rice, steamed potatoes, or enjoy as is.

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