Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal (Instant Pot + Stovetop)

Name: Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal (Instant Pot + Stovetop)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 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)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:45min

Cozy up with this quick, easy, & tasty one pot spicy coconut red lentil dahl that is made with red lentils, coconut milk, tomatoes, garlic, onion and the perfect blend of Indian spices. It makes a most delicious gluten-free, vegan dish served alongside some basmati rice or naan bread! You can make this easy dal in the Instant Pot pressure cooker or on the stovetop!

Updated at: Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:12:10 GMT