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A bowl of creamy brown lentil dahl alongside fluffy white rice.
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5 from 3 votes

Creamy Brown Lentil Dahl (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

This creamy Brown Lentil Dahl is a perfect speedy mid-week meal that is simply perfect for when the soul craves a taste of home and warmth.
Total Time1 hour
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Brown lentil, Brown lentil dahl, Indian cuisine, lentil
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Lama

Ingredients

  • 3 cups brown lentil par boiled
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 gloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger ground or minced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup mixed color pepper diced
  • 2 vegetable bouillon cubes
  • 3½ cups water
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 ½ tablespoon curry
  • ½ tablespoon salt

Instructions

  • Soak lentils in hot water in a bowl. In a pot sauté the onions for five minutes, then add the ginger, garlic, carrots and peppers, and sauté for 2 minutes. 
  • Add the soaked and washed lentils, bouillon cubes, spices, water, coconut milk, and salt to taste. Allowed to boil for 2 minutes, and then simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. 
  • Enjoy with a side of warm rice or quinoa. Garnish with herbs like cilantro or parsley.