Spiced Lentil And Coconut Curry Recipe

About this recipe

A rich and creamy lentil curry simmered in coconut milk and infused with aromatic spices. Perfectly paired with steamed rice for a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• 500G Tata Masoor Dal M
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• 500 g Onion
• - Tomato Ketchup
• loose Ginger
• 100 g Curry Leaves
• 100 g Yellow Mustard Seeds
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 50 g Cumin Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Salt
• - Coriander Powder
• 1 kg Rice

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the masoor dal thoroughly under running water and set aside.
2. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan and add mustard seeds until they start to splutter.
3. 3. Add curry leaves, finely chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until golden brown.
4. 4. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices.
5. 5. Add turmeric, cumin, coriander, and red chili powder, and mix well to combine.
6. 6. Add the rinsed lentils and 400 ml of water, then bring to a boil.
7. 7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are soft and cooked, about 15 minutes.
8. 8. Pour in the coconut milk, stir well, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
9. 9. Season with salt and adjust spices to taste, then turn off the heat.
10. 10. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.
11. 11. Serve hot with freshly steamed rice for a wholesome lunch.