Dahl of lentils: a simple and comforting recipe

Ingredients

Recipe for 4 people.

🥔 2 small onions 🧄 2 cloves of garlic
🌱 300 g of red lentils 🥥 30 cl of coconut milk
🥕 2 medium zucchinis 🍅 1 large juicy tomato
🌶️ 1 teaspoon of paprika 🍽️ 1 teaspoon of coriander
🧂 salt and pepper 🫖 50 cl of vegetable broth

Utensils

🍳 Saucepan 🔪 Cutting board
🥄 Wooden spoon 🍽️ Plate or bowl
🥄 Measuring spoon 🥬 Chef’s knife
🧂 Strainer 🔥 Spatula

Preparation step by step

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Resting time: 0 minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

STEP 1: Start by finely chopping the onions and mincing the garlic for an aromatic base.

STEP 2: Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and add the chopped onion and garlic.

STEP 3: Add spices such as paprika, coriander, and curry to coat the onions and garlic.

STEP 4: Incorporate the red lentils that have been thoroughly rinsed into this fragrant mixture.

STEP 5: Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, then bring to a boil.

STEP 6: Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer covered for about 15-20 minutes.

STEP 7: In the meantime, add some spinach leaves or vegetables of your choice to the saucepan.

STEP 8: Season to taste with salt and pepper, then serve hot.

The red lentil dahl is a simple recipe that brings comfort with every bite. Thanks to its accessible ingredients and quick preparation, it lends itself to many variations, allowing you to add seasonal vegetables or other spices according to your tastes.

This preparation rich in proteins and fibers makes this dish a nutritious option, ideal for family or friends’ meals. Whether for a cozy dinner or a comforting lunch, the dahl is sure to please all palates, bringing warmth and satisfaction.

Adopt this dahl recipe your way and let yourself be carried away by its sweet and spicy flavors that will delight both young and old.

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