Name: Red Lentil Curry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Indian Inspired
Ingredients: 2 cups red lentils; 3 cups water, or more as needed; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, diced; 2 tablespoons curry paste; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon white sugar; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

Red Lentil Curry

This red lentil curry is a rich and hearty vegetarian curry made with caramelized onions, spices, and tomato puree for a filling and satisfying meal.

50 min total 10 min prep 40 min cook 8 192 cal

Instructions

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1 Gather all ingredients.
2 Wash lentils in cold water until water runs clear.
3 Put lentils in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer, adding water as needed to keep lentils covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
4 Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions in hot oil until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
5 Mix together curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, and ginger in a large bowl; stir into onions.
6 Increase heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
7 Stir in tomato puree and lentils; cook until warmed through.
8 Serve and enjoy!