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Village-style Lentil Dish

Cultural Context

Originating from rural India, this Village-style Lentil Dish is a staple in many households, celebrated for its nourishing qualities and simplicity. Traditionally made with locally sourced lentils and spices, it embodies the essence of comfort food. In modern times, variations have emerged globally, with many adapting the recipe to include different spices or vegetables, making it a versatile dish enjoyed by many.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 medium-sized potatoes (2lb | 1kg)
1/2 cup lentils (3oz | 100g)
1 cup water (8oz | 250ml)
1 chopped onion
1 tsp smoked garlic
1 tsp ground cumin
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (2oz | 60g)
1/3 cup vegan feta (1.4oz | 40g)
chopped parsley
bread crumbs or chickpea crumbs (2oz | 60g)
light cooking oil
dairy free yogurt

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

garam masala

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder can be a more accessible spice blend.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used as a milder herb alternative.

green chili

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper offers sweetness without the heat.

1

Cook 4 medium-sized potato chunks in water until tender.

2

Rinse 1/2 cup lentils with water and drain.

3

Place lentils in a pot and add 1 cup water.

4

Simmer lentils until tender.

5

Chop 1 onion and add 1 tsp smoked garlic and 1 tsp ground cumin; mix well.

6

Cook onion mixture over low heat for 3 minutes.

7

Mash cooked potatoes and cooked lentils together with a potato masher.

8

Add cooked onion mixture, 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1/3 cup vegan feta, and chopped parsley; mix well.

9

Form into patties and coat in bread crumbs or chickpea crumbs.

10

Cook patties in a lightly oiled pan until golden brown and crispy.

11

Serve with dairy free yogurt.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

potpotato masherpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freedairy-free

Also Known As

Dal TadkaLentil CurryMasoor Dal

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