YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Coconut Red Lentil Dal with Turmeric
Enjoy a warm, aromatic bowl of creamy red lentil dal enriched with light coconut milk, tender tofu, and a vibrant blend of turmeric, cumin, garlic, and ginger. This comforting dish offers a beautiful balance of spices, a silky texture, and a hint of tang from diced tomatoes, making it a perfect meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
INGREDIENTS
150g Red Lentils
350g Extra-Firm Tofu
160ml Light Coconut Milk
1 medium Onion (110g)
3 cloves Garlic (9g)
1 inch Ginger (15g)
1 can Diced Tomatoes (411g)
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Cumin Powder
Salt and Pepper to taste
2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro
PREPARATION
Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
Press the extra-firm tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate or finely chop the ginger.
In a large saucepan, heat a small amount of water or a splash of light oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent.
Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the turmeric and cumin powders, allowing the spices to bloom for about 30 seconds.
Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the rinsed red lentils to the pan. Pour in the light coconut milk and add water as needed to cover the lentils by about an inch.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and starting to break down.
Gently fold in the tofu cubes and let the dal simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle the dal into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy warm!