Dhal with Pumpkin and Red Lentils

5

60 min

Dhal with Pumpkin and Red Lentils

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Time

60 min

Serving

3 persons

Calories

115

Rating

5.00 rating-star (1)

Cuisine

Indian
Author: Antonina Blum

India is considered to be the birthplace of the most delicious vegetarian dishes. Incredibly fragrant spice blends can turn even the most boring-looking products into a feast. Dhal - lentil stew originally from India - already during cooking will fill the house with delicious smells.

Ingredients

  • pumpkin : 400 g
  • red lentils : 500 g
  • olive oil : 40 g
  • curry : 1 tsp
  • cumin seeds : 1 tsp
  • mustard seed : 2 tsp
  • garlic : 7 clove
  • chili powder : 0.5 tsp
  • ginger : 30 g
  • cilantro : 50 g
  • water : 1.5 litre
  • salt : 1 tsp

Metric Conversion

Stages of cooking

  1. In a deep frying pan heat the olive oil. Pour curry, cumin and mustard seeds. Heat another 1 minute. Chop the garlic and add to the spices along with the chili. Fry for about 2 minutes.

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  2. Put pumpkin and diced ginger into the pan. Fry for 5 minutes.

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  3. Chop cilantro leaves and add to the pumpkin, mix.

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  4. Pour the lentils in the pan and pour hot water. Simmer over medium heat under cover for 35 minutes.

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  5. The dish is ready! Enjoy!

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