Red Lentil Curry
This dish is simple enough for a weeknight dinner and tasty enough for entertaining. Excellent served with basmati rice. Keep in mind that curry powders differ in flavor so experiment with different kinds. If you only have one type on hand, that’s fine!
Servings Prep Time
4-6servings 10-15minutes
Cook Time
30-35minutes
Servings Prep Time
4-6servings 10-15minutes
Cook Time
30-35minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Rinse lentils in strainer until water is clear and no longer bubbly/sudsy.
  2. Saute onion in large pot, using small amounts of water as it sticks.
  3. Add garlic and spices to onion and cook 1-2 minutes, stirring to coat onion/garlic; add water as needed if sticking.
  4. Add lentils, tomatoes, water and tamari to pot and stir. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer partially covered 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Simmer longer for deeper flavor.
  5. Salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!
Recipe Notes

You can’t beat the flavor of spices that you’ve ground yourself.  I strongly recommend grinding your own cumin and coriander seeds if you can.  Simply use a clean coffee grinder or a mortar and pestle.  The flavor is unbeatable.