Recipe: How to make Dhal, Surinamese/Indian Dish | CWF

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots add a milder flavor.

Rinse lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

Boil lentils in a pot with water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes, cumin, turmeric, and coriander; cook until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

Pour the lentils into the pan and mix well with the spices.

Add coconut milk and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Finish with lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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