Quick cooking red lentils are a fantastic weeknight staple that pair beautifully with cauliflower. Coconut milk and Indian spices makes this dal a warm and filling main dish perfect for fall evenings. Garam masala is a lovely Indian spice blend available in most large grocery stores but if you can’t find it substitute coriander.
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- 2 tablespoons olive or coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped finely
- 2 Tablespoons minced fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (or 2 teaspoons fresh grated)
- ½ teaspoon garam masala (or ground coriander)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups water
- 1 ½ cups red lentils
- 1 – 14 oz. can coconut milk
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1 inch florets
- ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat for 1 minute.
- Add the onions and cook for 5 – 6 minutes, stirring frequently until the onions are golden brown.
- Add the ginger, garlic, cumin, turmeric, garam masala and salt.
- Cook for another 1 minute, stirring constantly so the spices don’t burn.
- Add the lentils, cauliflower, water and coconut milk.
- Stir to combine.
- Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cover with a lid.
- Let cook for 15 -20 minutes until the lentils and cauliflower are tender.
- Divide mixture among 6 bowls and top with fresh, chopped cilantro.
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Delicious and super easy to make. Makes for a satisfying, easy to digest, meal when served with brown rice. I used ghee and homemade chicken stock. Thanks!
Hi Anne,
Great to hear that you tried it and enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing!
~Deanna HB Team
This was so easy to make and delicious! Thanks for the recipe!
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This is one of our favourites. So quick, easy and delicious!