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Spicy Red Lentil Dal with Pita Wedges

Spicy Red Lentil Dal with Pita Wedges
This dairy free and vegetarian recipe serves 5. One serving contains 208 calories, 11g of protein, and 5g of fat. Head to the store and pick up mustard seeds, vegetable oil, less-sodium chicken broth, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Combine broth and lentils in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer 10 minutes or until lentils are tender.
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2
Remove from heat; cover and set aside.
3
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add onion, garlic, mustard seeds, and red pepper, and cook 5 minutes or until onions are tender and seeds begin to pop, stirring constantly.
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5
Add cumin, turmeric, coriander, and black pepper; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Add tomato paste, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Add lentils, coconut milk, and salt; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
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8
Remove from heat; stir in juice. Cool to room temperature.
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Serve dal with pita wedges.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings5
Health Score24
Dairy FreeVegetarian
DietsDairy FreeLacto Ovo Vegetarian
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