Name: Red Lentil Dhal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Ingredients: 250 g dried red lentils, rinsed; 1 onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves; 1 tbsp grated ginger; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp ground cumin; 400 g chopped tomatoes; 500 ml vegetable stock; 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Ingredients

Serves4

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

Cook onion in oil for 5–6 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric and cumin.

Add lentils, tomatoes and stock. Bring to a simmer.

Cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring and adding water if needed, until lentils are soft.

Season to taste and serve with rice, yoghurt or flatbread.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.