Red Lentil Dahl

serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 2 medium yellow onions, diced (600 g, approx. 4 cups)

• 4 medium cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled, minced

• 1 tbsp curry powder

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1/2 tsp coriander

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

• 2 cups (375 g) dry red lentils

• 1 can coconut milk (light)

• 3-4 cups water or vegetable stock

Instructions

1. Cook the onions, ginger and garlic in the vegetable oil for 5-10 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently until soft.

2. Add the spices, coconut milk, lentils and 3 cups water or vegetable stock. Add additional water or vegetable stock as needed to prevent the lentils sticking to the bottom of the pan.

3. Bring to a light simmer over low to medium heat and cook for 25-30 minutes, uncovered, until lentils are soft and it has thickened up.

4. Remove from heat and serve.