Spicy Red Lentil Curry: A Deliciously Easy Recipe You’ll Love
A warm and comforting dish that combines the flavors of spices and lentils for a delightful meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lime, juiced
- salt to taste
- fresh cilantro for garnish
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder) and stir for a minute.
- Stir in the red lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice and season with salt to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Adjust the spice levels to your preference.
- This curry pairs well with rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spicy Red Lentil Curry, Curry Recipes, Lentil Recipes