In Malaysia, Roti Canai and Dhal Curry are often eaten during breakfast. This recipe probably took me thirty minutes to make from start to finish.
Dhal curry is a very mild and nutritious curry made up mainly of lentils, tomatoes, and chilies. Sometimes potatoes are added. Very few spices are used and the heat level can be adjusted by using more or less dried chilies. This curry is very kid friendly as it can be made relatively mild.
Enjoy !
This recipe is incredibly simple and so delicious. Let me know what you think.
Simple And Easy Dahl
This recipe uses very inexpensive ingredients to create a very tasty dish. It can serve with rice or whole wheat naan bread or chapatis. Great source of protein, fibre and iron.
Ingredients
- Oil for frying
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup yellow lentils, rinse thoroughly in cold water and drained
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 1/3 cups water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a saucepan, add the onion, and fry until soft.
- Add the garlic and fry for another minute or two, then stir in powdered spices.
- Add the lentils and cinnamon, with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, then turn down the heat, cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally until the lentils are soft by not mushy.
- Add lemon juice and stir well.
- Sprinkle with the chopped cilantro and serve warm with rice, naan bread or chapatis.
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