Red Lentil & Coconut Dal
A quick and easy Creamy, Coconut Dal that is ready to eat in under 30 minutes. Serve with rice or chapatti for a hearty, nutritious, meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Vegetable or Coconut Oil
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1 sprig Curry Leaves
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 1 inch Ginger, crushed
- 4 cloves Garlic, crushed
- 1 tins Chopped Tomatoes, pureed (400g)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground Coriander
- 3/4 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 cup (190g) Split Red Lentils
- 7oz Coconut Milk
- Salt to taste
- Lemon Juice
Instructions
Step 1
Select Saute on Foodi and once ready, add Oil.
Step 2
Add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds and curry Leaves.
Step 3
Once the mustard seeds begin to splutter, add Onions, Ginger and Garlic.
Step 4
Add 3 tbsp Water. Saute for 5-6 minutes until onions begin to turn light golden brown.
Step 5
Add tomatoes, coriander powder, red chilli powder and turmeric.
Step 6
Mix through and cook for 4 - 5 minutes.
Step 7
Add the dal to the pot and stir to mix.
Step 8
Pour in 4 cups water. Close the lid and seal the valve.
Step 9
Set the Foodi at manual pressure for 10 minutes. Release pressure by carefully turning the valve to vent.
Step 10
Stir in the coconut milk and season to taste.
Step 11
Serve with a squeeze of Lemon Juice. You can blend the Lentils if you would like for a smoother Dal.