Main meals
Vegetarian
South Asian
Lentil Tadka

4

10 mins

Cosy, comforting and packed with plant-based goodness — this warming masoor dal is full of fragrant spices and makes a wonderfully satisfying meal!

Ingredients

Masoor Dal

  • 250 g red lentils, rinsed
  • 100 g shelled edamame, frozen or fresh (or peas or more lentils if preffered) 
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 150 g red onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder) 
  • 1 green chilli, halved
  • 150 g tomato, diced
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp chilli powder

Garlic Tadka

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced

Needed kitchenware
Instructions

1.

Rinse the lentils well.

2.

Add the lentils, 800 ml water, turmeric and edamame to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until the lentils are soft.

3.

Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a frying pan. Add the cumin seeds and cook for 30 seconds.

4.

Add the onion, garlic and chilli. Cook for 4–5 minutes.

5.

Add the tomato and spices. Cook for another 3–4 minutes. Stir the mixture into the cooked lentils.

6.

Add a splash of water if needed and season with salt and pepper.

7.

Heat 2 tsp oil in a small pan. Add the sliced garlic and cook until golden.

8.

Pour the garlic tadka over the dal and serve.

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Storage information

Store cooled dal in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly, adding a splash of water if it has thickened. Freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Tip

For extra protein, serve with greek yoghurt.

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Halal Friendly
Kosher Friendly
Vegetarian
Vegan/Vegan friendly
Low fat
Gluten-free friendly
Beginner
Budget-friendly
Batch-cook friendly
Freezer-friendly

Abbi

Head Chef

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