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Red Lentil Dahl

Recipe by Sam Jones on InstagramAdded 11 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A hearty, vegan red lentil dahl packed with aromatic garlic and ginger, finished with a vibrant chili oil tadka that adds a burst of flavor. This comforting Indian-inspired bowl is quick to assemble and perfect for a nourishing dinner.

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Method

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add aromatics, sauté until fragrant.

  2. Add chopped garlic and ginger to the pan and continue sautéing.

  3. Add the red split lentils to the pan and stir to combine with the aromatics.

  4. Cook the lentils with a splash of water until tender, stirring occasionally.

  5. Finish the dish by pouring the hot chili oil mixture over the cooked dal as a tadka.

Tips while you cook

Sauté aromatics first
Heat oil and sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant before adding lentils.
Stir lentils while cooking
Stir the lentils occasionally as they simmer with water to prevent sticking.
Add hot tadka at the end
Pour the hot chili oil mixture over the cooked dal just before serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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