Dhal Soup

Name: Dhal Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 garlic cloves; 1 onion; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp garam masala; 0.25 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 lb canned chopped tomatoes; 1 cup red lentil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2.5 cup vegetable stock; 1.25 cup coconut milk; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp fresh ground pepper

Lentils, tomatoes and coconut milk come together in this South Asian dal, fragrant with turmeric and garam masala and simmered on the stove. Finish with lemon slices and cilantro.

40 min · Serves 4 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 30 min · 40 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
In large saucepan, warm olive oil and add garlic and onion. Saute, stirring 2-3 minutes. Add turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and cumin.
3 min
2
Stir in tomatoes, lentils, lemon juice, vegetable stock, coconut milk, and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Serve warm. You can garnish with lemon slices and cilantro if desired. Also good with naan bread.
30 min