Vegetarian

Red Lentil Dal with Cream takes several minutes to prepare.

Red Lentil Dal with Cream takes several minutes to cook.

Red Lentil Dal with Cream makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Red Lentil Dal with Cream are:

1 cup red lentils
1 medium to large onion, finely chopped (to yield 1 cup)
1 tsp ground ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, chopped
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 - 1 tsp cayenne pepper (to desired spiciness)
4 cups water
2 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
2 tbsp heavy cream
salt to taste

Here is how you make Red Lentil Dal with Cream:

Makes 4 servingsOptional equipment: Pressure cookerNote: Red lentils do not need to be soaked overnight.Combine red lentils, water and turmeric.If using pressure cooker, cook according to cooker instructions. If not using pressure cooker, cook lentils in saucepan for 45mins-1 hr until soft. Add salt to taste when done.Meanwhile, heat ghee in skillet over medium high heat until hot then add garlic, onion, and spices. Cook until onion starts to brown, then add tomatoes. Add to cooked lentil mixture and bring to simmer, adjusting salt to taste. Add cream and mix well.Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user VIV1_17.

The nutritional information for Red Lentil Dal with Cream is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 180.3

• Total Fat: 10.7 g
• Cholesterol: 26.5 mg
• Sodium: 573.2 mg
• Total Carbs: 16.4 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.4 g
• Protein: 5.5 g