Red Lentil Curry | Simple Lentil Recipe

This simple lentil recipe will quickly become your go-to for an easy red lentil curry dinner. The curry spices bring out the lentil’s subtle flavors to make the perfect combination.

This simple lentil recipe with red lentils and curry spices is the perfect solution to making dinner with minimal effort.

The lentils are the stars of the show so little needs to be done to enhance its natural flavor.

This vegetarian dish is packed with protein and fiber so it can hold its own as a dinner or it can serve as a side dish.

This post is about a tasty and simple lentil recipe.

Red Lentil Curry | Simple Lentil Recipe

What ingredients do I need to make this simple red lentil curry?

This dish can be made in a dutch oven or a medium to large-sized pot.

To make this recipe, you will need:

• Red lentils: This is the base of the dish. 
• Onion: Adds depth in flavor and aroma.
• Curry powder: Adds the curry undertone in the flavor.
• Vegetable or Chicken bouillon: Adds the savory element to the dish.

That’s it! When I say simple, I mean simple 🙂

How do I make red lentil curry?

First, sift through the lentils and take out any pebbles that may be present.

Next, rinse the lentils from any dirt or debris. This may take multiple rinses.

Once the water runs almost clear, drain it and set it aside.

In a medium to large pot, heat the oil and saute the onion on medium/medium-high heat until translucent. This takes about 7-10 minutes.

Next, add the curry spices to the onion and cook for just a minute to bring out the curry powder’s aroma.

Add the lentils, bouillon, and water to the pot. Set it on high until it comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to low or medium-low to simmer for about 45 minutes.

As the lentils simmer, they will absorb most of the liquid and turn porridge-like.

Once the liquid is absorbed and the lentils are no longer hard at the center, the dish is done.

This red lentil curry can be eaten on its own like a soup or with naan. To add creaminess, add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream.

You can also serve it with or on top of these side dishes to make it a meal:

• SIMPLE BASMATI RICE
• EASY BULGUR

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Red Lentil Curry | Simple Lentil Recipe

The curry undertones of this dish blend seamlessly with the lentils to make an easy but tasty dish.

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, Middle-Eastern

Keyword red lentil curry, simple lentil recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Author Rihana

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups red lentils
• 1 onion diced
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon vegetable or chicken bouillon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 ½ cups water

Instructions

• Sift through the lentils for any pebbles. Rinse the lentils of any dirt or debris until the water runs almost clear. Drain and set aside.
• Dice the onion. Heat a medium to large pot with olive oil and saute the onion until translucent (about 7 minutes).
• Add curry powder to the onion and saute for just a minute to bring out the curry powder's aroma.
• Add the lentils, bouillon, and water to the pot. Set it on high until it comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to low or medium-low to simmer for about 30-45 minutes.

  As the lentils simmer, they will absorb most of the liquid and take on a porridge-like consistency. Once the liquid is absorbed and the lentils are no longer hard at the center, the dish is done.

  *Note: The water quantity depends on the size of the lentil. If you are using small lentils, use less water and add more as needed. If the water is absorbed before the lentil is soft or before it takes on a porridge-like consistency, add another ½ cup of water and continue cooking.
• Serve as is, with rice, bulgur, or naan.

  Optional: Add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream for creaminess.
• Enjoy!