Red Lentil Curry | Simple Lentil Recipe
The curry undertones of this dish blend seamlessly with the lentils to make an easy but tasty dish.
Servings 4
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!