Red Lentil Dahl with Coconut Milk (Easy Recipe!)

This red lentil dahl with coconut milk is the perfect nourishing weeknight meal. With cozy spices, a creamy texture, and nutritious red lentils, this easy recipe will become a new favourite!

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Ingredients

1 teaspoon coconut oil
1 onion
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
1 red chilli seeds removed, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup (200 g) split red lentils
1 can coconut milk 400ml / 13.5oz can
1 ½ cups (360 ml) water
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Rinse the red lentils in cold water, drain and set aside.
In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
Add the garlic, ginger and fresh chilli to the pot. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon and salt. Cook for another 30 seconds to allow the spices to release their flavors.
Add the rinsed red lentils, coconut milk and water, and bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat, cover and cook for around 20 minutes until the lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Serve with rice or naan bread and garnish with coconut cream, chilli or cilantro / coriander leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Scan me

Visit the blogpost for step by step photos, substitutions, storage tips and to leave a review!