Ingredients
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1/2
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1/2
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1/4 - 1/2
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1/2
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1/4 - 1/2
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1
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1
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4 - 5
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Directions
Spiced up Red Lentils(Masoor Dal),Please don’t sub brown lentils for this, the red lentils have a very different texture. Serve with rice and lemon wedges. Adapted from The Best International Recipe Cookbook. I have provided a varitation using coconut milk.,Used the version with coconut milk. Found it a little bland and upped the taste with 1/2 tsp brown sugar and 1 1/2 tbs mustard. Also used 1/2 tsp salt. Think I will add a little more red pepper flakes next time and maybe even substitute another cup of water for coconut milk. It is a nice recipe, makes a lot, freezes well. It seems a bit soupy at first but when served over rice the “soupyness” disappears. All in all I am very pleased I tried this and will certainly make again. Thanks for posting.,Used the version with coconut milk. Found it a little bland and upped the taste with 1/2 tsp brown sugar and 1 1/2 tbs mustard. Also used 1/2 tsp salt. Think I will add a little more red pepper flakes next time and maybe even substitute another cup of water for coconut milk. It is a nice recipe, makes a lot, freezes well. It seems a bit soupy at first but when served over rice the “soupyness” disappears. All in all I am very pleased I tried this and will certainly make again. Thanks for posting.
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Steps
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Mix the Spices in a Small Bowl and Set Aside. |
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Heat the Oil in a Large Saucepan Over Medium High Heat Until It Shimmers. Add the Spices and Saute Until Fragrant, About 10 Seconds. Stir in Onion and Cook Till Softened, 5-7 Minutes. Stir in Garlic and Ginger and Cook Till Fragrant, About 30 Seconds. |
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Now Stir in the Water and Lentils. Bring to a Boil. Reduce to a Simmer and Cook, Uncovered, Until the Lentils Are Tender and Resemble a Coarse Puree, 20-25 Minutes. (at This Point, You May Refrigerate the Lentils in an Airtight Container Up to 2 Days. Reheat Over Medium Low Heat Before Continuing). |
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Stir in Tomatoes, Cilantro, and Butter. Season With Salt and Pepper to Taste Before Serving. Enjoy! |
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Variation: |
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Substitute 1 Cup Coconut Milk For 1 Cup of the Water and Omit Butter. Using Coconut Milk Makes For a Lush, Creamy Texture and Rich Flavor. Don't Use Light Coconut Milk. You Can Freeze Any Leftover Coconut Milk. |
