Difficulty
Easy Recipe
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Servings
6

This beautiful and deeply flavorful red lentil dal is a nourishing staple you’ll want to make again and again. Serve it with cooked rice, warm flatbreads, and a spoonful of zesty cilantro chutney for a complete, comforting meal. The standout ingredient in this dish is Kashmiri chili powder, a traditional Indian spice that adds a rich, full-bodied flavor and a beautiful red hue—with just a hint of gentle heat. Perfect for cozy weeknights or when you're craving something grounding and soul-satisfying.

Ingredients
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (avocado oil or ghee)
1 medium onions chopped
1 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoons turmeric powder
1 teaspoons ground coriander
1½ teaspoons kashmiri chili powder
1 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
2 cups red lentils rinsed and drained
5 cups water
2 cups crushed tomatoes
1 cans coconut milk
2 teaspoons sea salt
½ cups cilantro chopped