Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal (Instant Pot + Stovetop)
Total Time
50 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Rating
4.54 out of 5 stars
(79)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 tbs coconut oil
- 1 white or yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup red lentils (dry)
- 3 cups water (2 cups for Instant Pot)
- 1 tbs shredded coconut
- 1 tbs coconut sugar
- 1 tbs curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 400 mL can full fat coconut milk
- 1 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- to taste (sea salt)
How would you rate this recipe?
Preparation
Step 1
Stovetop Method
Step 2
Heat coconut oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Saute onion and garlic for 5 minutes or until onions are clear and beginning to brown on edges.
Step 4
Turn heat to high and add lentils and water.
Step 5
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce to simmer.
Step 6
Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.
Step 7
Stir in shredded coconut, coconut sugar, spices, coconut milk and tomatoes.
Step 8
Simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes or until desired consistency is achieved.
Step 9
Salt to taste.
Step 10
Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Step 11
Enjoy!
Step 12
Instant Pot Method
Step 13
Turn on saute function on pressure cooker.
Step 14
Place oil, garlic and onion into pot. Saute for 5 minutes.
Step 15
Press ‘Cancel’.
Step 16
Stir in lentils, 2 cups water, coconut, sugar, spices, and tomatoes (omit the coconut milk!).
Step 17
Secure the lid and set on manual high pressure for 10 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release for 10 more minutes.
Step 18
Release the pressure and remove the lid.
Step 19
Stir in coconut milk. Salt to taste.
Step 20
Serve as is, or if you desire a thicker, creamier dal, press saute and saute until desired consistency. Keep in mind a dal will thicken as it cools.
Step 21
Serve and enjoy!
Step 22
Save recipe for the next time?
