Black Lentil Curry (Vegan Indian Dal)

Name: Black Lentil Curry (Vegan Indian Dal)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil (for frying); 1 onion (chopped); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 tbsp ginger (minced); 2 small carrots (cut into slices or cubes); 1 ½ tbsp curry paste or curry powder (or spice mix (*see notes)); 1 ½ cups beluga lentils; 1 14 oz can strained tomatoes; 1 14 oz can coconut milk; 2 ⅓ cup vegetable broth; 1 sweet potato (cut into cubes); 2 cups fresh baby spinach; salt and pepper (to taste); 2 tbsp lime juice (or to taste); 2-3 tbsp non-dairy yogurt; fresh parsley (or coriander); sesame seeds; Rice (cooked)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:40min

This creamy Black Lentil Curry recipe is inspired by the popular Indian Dal Makhani but made vegan with coconut milk, beluga lentils, and healthy veggies. It is loaded with flavorful spices and has a wonderful thick texture, making it to one of the best curry dishes you ever had!

Updated at: Sat, 19 Apr 2025 12:31:36 GMT