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Red Lentil Curry

This red lentil curry is a rich and hearty vegetarian curry made with caramelized onions, spices, and tomato puree for a filling and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian Inspired
Calories: 192
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups red lentils
  • 3 cups water, or more as needed
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 14.25 ounce can tomato puree

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Wash lentils in cold water until water runs clear.
  3. Put lentils in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer, adding water as needed to keep lentils covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions in hot oil until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
  5. Mix together curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, and ginger in a large bowl; stir into onions.
  6. Increase heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in tomato puree and lentils; cook until warmed through.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 12gFat: 3gSodium: 572mgFiber: 11gSugar: 7g

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