Red Lentils Curry (Masoor Dal)

Name: Red Lentils Curry (Masoor Dal)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Ghee or Oil; 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera); 1 Green chili pepper (optional); 1/2 cup Onions (diced); 1/2 tablespoon Garlic (minced); 1/2 tablespoon Ginger (grated); 1 cup Tomatoes (chopped); 1 cup Red lentils (Masoor Dal) (rinsed ); 3 cups Water (or reduce to 2.5 cup for a thicker dal); 1 tablespoon Lime juice; Cilantro (to garnish); 1/2 teaspoon Ground Turmeric (Haldi powder); 1/2 teaspoon Coriander powder (Dhaniya powder); 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili powder (Mirchi powder) (adjust to taste, I used mild Kashmiri red chili powder); 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala (optional ); 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste); 1 cup Basmati Rice; 1.25 cup Water; 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

Quick and easy Red Lentil Curry, also known as Masoor Dal, made in the instant pot and stovetop. This super delicious, healthy and budget friendly vegan meal can be made in less than 30 minutes!

Updated at: Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:27:46 GMT