Ingredients for Banana Dahl
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 cup red lentils
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- salt, to taste
- 1 ripe banana, mashed (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
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How to Make Banana Dahl
- Finely chop 1 large onion, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 inch ginger. Gently sauté in a pot with 4 sprays of cooking oil over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, until softened and golden.
- Add 1 teaspoon turmeric powder and sauté for 1 minute more.
- Stir in 1 cup red lentils, and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in 4 cups vegetable stock (or water), bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste), 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, and salt to taste. Simmer for a further 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If using, add 1 ripe banana, mashed, a couple of minutes before serving to warm through. (Optional)
- Serve hot with warm chapattis or naan bread.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
62g
Fat
6g
Carbs
21g
