Spicy Red Lentil Curry
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Enjoy a cozy bowl of Spicy Red Lentil Curry packed with flavor and warmth. Perfect for meal prep—try it today!
- Author: Daphne
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
- 1 cup red lentils
- 4 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 2 serrano peppers, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Rinse lentils until water runs clear; soak for at least 6 hours.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté garlic, ginger, and serrano peppers for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in spices and cook for an additional 30–60 seconds until aromatic.
- Add rinsed lentils, crushed tomatoes, and coconut milk; stir well.
- Reduce heat; simmer covered for 20–25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Finish with lemon juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg