In a pan add the oil and heat up on medium heat until hot
Add the cumin seeds and finely chopped garlic then sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant
Add the finely diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened
Add the salt, chilli powder, turmeric powder, and finely chopped green chillies then cook for 3-4 minutes
Add the chopped tomato and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft
As the tomatoes are cooking wash the lentils then cook for 3-4 minutes
Add the water then mix before covering and cook for 20 minutes on medium heat until soft
Remove lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened to personal preference
Serve with homemade chapatti and enjoy!
11 responses
Thank you very much for sharing this recipe. It says use 300g of lentils. Is that the dry weight or the weight after soaking in water. Secondly, how much does 300g of lentils equal in cups (240ml)? As it’s easy to measure it that way instead of weighing it out everytime.
You’re very welcome! 😊 It’s 300g dry weight before soaking. That’s roughly 1.5 cups using a 240ml cup. Hope that helps!
this was not that flavorful but I think it was because I used 2 year expired ground cumins
what kind of oil was used
Thanks for your question! I used vegetable oil for this red lentil curry, but you can also use any neutral oil like sunflower or canola. Enjoy cooking! 😊
Made this exactly as instructed for the first time and really enjoyed it. It was even better the next day!
That’s awesome to hear! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, and I totally agree—curries always taste even better the next day! Thanks for giving it a try and sharing your experience! 😊🍛
Followed the recipe. Best dal I’ve eaten. This will be in regular rotation. Just delicious.
Thank you for trying out my red lentil curry recipe! I’m so glad to hear that it turned out well and that it was the best dal you’ve eaten. It’s always wonderful to hear positive feedback like this, and I’m thrilled that the recipe will be in your regular rotation. Thanks again for sharing your experience and kind words, it means a lot to me!
Thanks so much made this twice thanks to you!! X
I’m glad you enjoyed my recipe Aisha.