Dhall Lentil Tomato Curry Recipe

Impress your guests with this vibrant and flavorful Dhall Lentil Tomato Curry, inspired by an Australian woman's weekly dinner party cookbook. This hearty, warming curry is perfect for a cozy night in or a sophisticated dinner gathering. Easy to follow instructions and readily available ingredients make this recipe a winner for both experienced cooks and beginners.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 207 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dhall Lentil Tomato Curry

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How to Make Dhall Lentil Tomato Curry

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 chopped medium onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1 cup red lentils, 1 teaspoon curry powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 (28 ounce) can of undrained chopped tomatoes to the pot.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of water and stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 50-60 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. While the curry simmers, mince 2 cloves of garlic.
  6. Once the lentils are cooked, carefully transfer about half of the curry to a blender. Blend on medium speed for 30 seconds until smooth. Repeat with the remaining curry.
  7. Return the blended curry to the pot. Stir in the minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (or other oil of choice).
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

3g

Carbs

9g