Easy Lentil Dal Recipe | Indian Dahl | Daal

Indian lentil dhal is one of my all-time favorite recipes! This lentil dahl is creamy, rich, super flavorful, healthy and so delicious. This lentil dhal meal is totally vegan and you won't believe how easy to make this dish. If you have never tried a true Indian lentil dal, you must give it a try. ►Full written recipe: https://www.thecookingfoodie.com/reci... ►Equipment I used in this recipe: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thecookin... ►More Recipes You Might Like: Chicken Tikka Masala:    • Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe   Garlic Naan Bread:    • Garlic Naan Bread Recipe |How to Make Naan...   Chickpea Curry:    • Quick and Easy Chickpea Curry Recipe   Falafel:    • How to Make Falafel | Falafel Recipe   ►FOLLOW ME: Instagram:   / thecookingfoodie   Facebook:   / thecookingfoodie   Website: https://www.thecookingfoodie.com/ RECIPE: Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Oil 1 Onion, chopped 4-5 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tablespoons Grated ginger 2 teaspoons Curry powder 1/2 teaspoon Cumin 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Salt to taste Pepper to taste 1 can (14oz/400g) Tomato sauce/crushed tomatoes 3 cups (720ml) Water 1 can (14oz/400g) Coconut milk 1 cup (190g) Dried lentils 1 teaspoon Garam masala (optional) 1-2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped *optional Directions: 1. Rinse the lentil under cold water and set aside. 2. Heat oi in a large pan/pot. Add chopped onion and sauté over medium heat, until lightly golden, about 5-6 minutes. Add crushed garlic, grated ginger, curry powder, cumin and turmeric. Cook for 1-2 minutes. 3. Add tomato sauce, water, coconut milk, lentils, salt, pepper. Stir well, bring to a boil, then cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes. 4. Lentils should be soft and the sauce should be creamy. If too thick, add more water, too thin, simmer for 10-15 more (with a lid off). 5. Check the seasoning, if needed add salt/pepper. Turn the heat off add chopped coriander and stir. 6. Serve with rice, naan or as is.