Instant Pot Green Lentil Curry
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Rating
4.5 out of 5 stars
(150)
Ingredients
Yields 4
- 1 cup green lentils
- 2 cups water
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
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Preparation
Step 1
Rinse and drain the green lentils.
Step 2
In the Instant Pot, set it to sauté mode and add olive oil.
Step 3
Once hot, add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Step 4
Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir to incorporate the spices with the onions and garlic.
Step 5
Add the rinsed lentils and water. Stir well to ensure the lentils are covered with the spice mixture.
Step 6
Seal the Instant Pot lid, set to 'Pressure Cook' on high for 15 minutes.
Step 7
Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
Step 8
Open the lid, stir in the coconut milk.
Step 9
Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode again and let the curry simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 10
Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Step 11
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Chef's notes
This recipe can be adjusted for spice by altering the amount of red chili flakes.
For a thicker curry, reduce the amount of added water or let it simmer longer in the final step.
This curry pairs well with steamed rice or naan bread.
