Indulge in a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of India with a dish that embodies the essence of comfort and nourishment: Green Lentil Dahl. Embark on a delightful expedition through a collection of carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique take on this classic dish. From the traditional simplicity of the Basic Green Lentil Dahl to the aromatic allure of the South Indian-style Sambar, and the protein-packed goodness of the Green Lentil and Spinach Dahl, this compilation promises to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Whether you're a seasoned cook or embarking on your culinary adventures, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating a flavorful and satisfying meal that celebrates the beauty of lentils.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEN LENTIL DAHL
This vegan green lentil dahl is simply delicious, mouth-watering and perfect as a meat free dinner which I think meat eaters will find agreeable too!
Provided by Neil
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the green lentils in a sieve, wash them under cold water and leave them to drain.
- Heat the oil in a saucepan, add the cinnamon stick, chopped onion and garlic and ginger paste. Saute for approximately 5 minutes.
- Add the drained lentils, chilli powder, turmeric and salt and combine everything together, stirring constantly and adding drops of warm water if the mixture begins to stick.
- Add the tomatoes and combine and cook everything together, stirring for a further 3 minutes.
- Add the water, bring the contents to the boil, reduce the heat so the contents are just simmering slightly, put the lid on and cook for 20 - 30 minutes stirring every so often.
- Once the lentils are softened completely, remove the cinnamon stick and stir in the garam masala and fenugreek leaves.
- Garnish with the red chilli and freshly chopped coriander then serve with wholegrain basmati rice / chapatti breads.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 kcal, Carbohydrate 83.4 g, Protein 30.2 g, Fat 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1215 mg, Fiber 15.8 g, Sugar 5.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEN LENTIL DAL MAKHANI
A creamy, decadent green lentil dal makhani style curry that is simple to make at home in one pot! Serve this vegetarian delight with naan bread or rice.
Provided by Christine Melanson
Categories Soups & Stews
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium-large saucepan, heat a glug of olive oil and sautee onion until soft.
- Add the garlic, ginger, cumin seeds and fenugreek seeds. Mix for another minute or so until the fragrances start to release.
- Add the tomatoes a small pat of the butter (holding the rest back to mix in at the end) and simmer for around 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they break down and start to reduce.
- Add the chili powder, turmeric and garam masala and stir through. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the kidney beans, green lentils and 2.5 cups of boiling water.
- Simmer for 30 minutes until the lentils are soft. (That's just a minimum - you can leave it simmering longer if you like.)
- Remove from the heat. Stir in the cream and butter until melted in.
- Let set for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Scatter with coriander (cilantro) leaves after dishing it up.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 273 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 285 mg, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g
GREEN LENTIL DAL (HARA MASOOR KI DAL)
Provided by Craig Claiborne
Categories dinner, main course
Time 2h45m
Yield Four to six servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the lentils in a bowl and add cold water to cover. Let stand two hours.
- Heat three tablespoons of the oil in a saucepan or kettle and add the onions. Cook briefly, stirring, until the onions are wilted and add the cloves and cinnamon. Cook, stirring often, until the onions are browned. Do not burn.
- Drain the lentils and add them, stirring. Add the broth, salt, ground pepper, cayenne, lemon juice, water and lemon rind. Bring to the boil and partly cover. Cook 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- Heat the remaining two tablespoons of oil in a small skillet and add the caraway seeds. Cook about two minutes or until the seeds start to brown and give off a pleasant caraway smell. Pour this over the lentils and stir.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 398, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 701 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
COCONUT GREEN LENTIL DHAL RECIPE
This creamy coconut green lentil dhal recipe is a one-pot meal made with hearty French green lentils.
Provided by Amber Hoffman
Categories Main Courses
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a small to medium-sized dutch oven or saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Once warm, heat the vegetable oil.
- Add garlic, shallot, ginger, and coriander stems to the olive oil. Coat in oil and sautee until it starts to yellow.
- Add the cumin and turmeric to the mix to coat in oil and release the flavors and aromas. Move to the next step quickly to prevent the seasoning from over-browning or burning.
- Add the lentils and coat them in the seasonings.
- Once coated, add the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Stir well.
- Add cayenne pepper, crushed red chili pepper, and tomato paste. Stir well.
- Bring to a slight boil and then reduce the heat to simmer.
- Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Stir on occasion and ensure the curry doesn't get too dry. If it starts to dry before the lentils are soft, add warm water a 1/2 tablespoon at a time.
- Adjust seasoning by adding salt or additional chili pepper.
- Cook until lentils are tender and soft but not mushy, up to 35 or 40 minutes.
- Serve over rice with chopped coriander for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 20 grams fat, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 344 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat
Tips:
- Soak the lentils: Soaking the lentils for at least 30 minutes before cooking helps to reduce the cooking time and makes them more digestible.
- Use a variety of spices: The combination of spices used in this recipe gives the dahl a complex and flavorful taste. Feel free to adjust the amounts of each spice to suit your own taste preferences.
- Don't overcook the lentils: Lentils should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooking them will make them mushy.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: There are many different ways to serve green lentil dahl. Some popular toppings include yogurt, cilantro, and papadums.
Conclusion:
Green lentil dahl is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. Plus, it is a relatively inexpensive meal to make. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give green lentil dahl a try.
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