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Indian Red Lentil Recipe Curry de linte rosie reteta

Red Lentil Curry

Discover an explosion of exotic flavors with the delicious red lentil curry recipe! This dish, full of freshness and health, is a perfect combination of protein-rich red lentils, aromatic vegetables and oriental spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Choose Serving Size 4

Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 5 cloves garlic crushed
  • ½ tablespoon ginger crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh turmeric crushed
  • ½ tablespoon fresh chili chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili pepper powder
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 2 cups vegetable soup
  • 2 cups tomatoes canned, crushed
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro for serving

Instructions

  • Rinse the lentils in cold water until the water is clear. Put it aside.
  • Put a large pot on medium heat and add the coconut oil. When the oil heats up, add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, hot pepper and cook, stirring for around 2 minutes.
  • Add cumin powder, coriander, chili peppers, curry, garam masala, salt and pepper. And stir for 30 seconds.
  • Add the vegetable soup, lentils and crushed tomatoes.
  • Stir to incorporate the ingredients and prevent sticking to the pot.
  • Leave the fire low, cover with a lid and let it cook for 25 minutes.
  • Add the coconut milk, almond butter, salt and pepper.
  • Continue to cook on low heat for another 5-7 minutes until the curry becomes thicker and creamy.
  • Turn off the heat, add lemon juice and coriander leaves.
  • Served with Indian flatbread and rice.