Homestyle Lentil Curry - Ghar ki Dhal - Karen Ahmed - Love Lentils

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.

Heat oil in a pressure cooker.

Add 1 teaspoon cumin seeds and 1 teaspoon mustard seeds once the oil is heated.

Add chopped onion and cook until it softens.

Add green chilies, julienned ginger, and julienned garlic.

Add 1 whole ripe tomato, 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 0.5 teaspoon chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon turmeric, and salt.

Add rinsed red split lentils to the pot.

Close the pressure cooker and cook for about one whistle.

Once cooked, add chopped coriander for freshness and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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