Lentil Curry - mega flavour lentil recipe! (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between lentil curry and dal? ›

Dal is just boiled lentils, with simple spices added after boiling. A 'curry', on the other hand, is usually heavily spiced.

Yes! This lentil curry recipe freezes well because the base of the sauce is coconut milk instead of dairy. Transfer lentil curry to an airtight container or freezer bag and squeeze out excess air; freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating per directions.

How long does it keep? This red lentil curry will keep well in the fridge for 4 to 5 days and it's easily reheated in a pot on the stovetop. It also freezes really well, for up to 3 months. Thaw it fully in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Yogurt. Like heavy cream and half and half, higher fat plain yogurts of all types could also substitute coconut milk for the color and a similarly smooth and creamy texture. Because yogurt has a lower fat content than coconut milk, the consistency could be slightly thinner with the 1:1 substitution ratio.

Urad dal or black lentil is one of the most nutritious pulses known to mankind. Low in fat and calories, Urad dal helps to improve digestion. With it being a rich source of protein and vitamin B3, it makes our bones stronger and is said to boost energy levels, enhance heart health and strengthen our nervous system.

Derived from the Sanskrit word that means “to split”, dal is a collective term for pulses—lentils, peas, and beans. While sometimes used in other dishes, these pulses are usually served slow-simmered into a soft, porridge-like dish that's also called dal.

You can reheat this lentil curry in the microwave in two-minute intervals until hot. You can also transfer the curry to a pot and reheat it over medium heat on the stove.

A common mistake made by beginners is to either undercook or overcook spices. If you overcook and burn your spices your curries will taste bitter; if you undercook them then they will taste raw and gritty. To cook spices properly you need enough oil in the pan and for it to be at the right temperature.

When combined with a whole grain, lentils provide the same quality protein as meat! Lentils are good source of protein. A ½ cup serving of cooked lentils provides about 12 grams of protein. With such high protein content, you are sure to be fuelled up all day long.

Most people can enjoy lentils as part of their regular diet without any concern. But lentils also contain natural compounds called anti-nutrients. These substances bind with nutrients like iron and zinc, making them harder for our bodies to absorb. Soaking and cooking lentils can help reduce this effect.

Can you eat cooked lentils cold the next day? ›

There's nothing wrong with eating cooked lentils cold; they are often used that way in various salads, such as the salad below with chopped vegetables and watercress. 3 days in the refrigerator is no problem. But I hope that you're eating other foods as well; you might get pretty gassy if that's all you're eating.

Any off-putting odor, noticeable changes in color, or signs of mold are clear indicators that the lentils have gone bad. Additionally, lentils that appear cracked, very dry, or have a chalky texture should not be consumed.

If your supermarket has a brand of dahi or Greek yogurt then use that in curries. Tangy creamy yogurt is the best in Indian cuisine.

It's common practice in India to add yogurt to Indian cooking. People add it to curry to balance the spices and lighten the dish. It can also make thick curry, a thin. Hence, it can really elevate the flavors of the dish.

Though often translated as lentils, dals are actually any split pulses (legumes). A pulse refers to the dry, edible seed of the pod. This includes beans, lentils, peas, and other little seeds in lentils or beans. So, any split legume is considered a dal in Indian culture.

It's a gourmet-tasting yet weeknight-friendly meal that packs rich and decadent flavors into a simple one-pot recipe. Using pantry staples, like red lentils, coconut milk, aromatics, ground Indian spices, and almond butter, this hearty lentil curry comes together in a snap.

Lentils for dal aren't interchangeable.

You can't substitute one lentil for another willy nilly in a dal unless the recipe blesses it. Lentils have different cooking times, density of texture and levels of nuttiness/sweetness.

First Of All, What Is Dal? Dal is the word Indians use to refer to dried lentils, peas, and beans. These are known as pulses in the United States. Dal is also the generic term used to refer to a curry, or spiced soup or stew, made from dal. Just imagine an aromatic lentil soup, and you are pretty close to dal.