Hearty Dhal Curry
Hearty, nourishing and full of flavor, this plant-based dhal curry is packed with lentils, spices and veggies—perfect for meal prep or cozy dinners.
Servings 4 serves
Calories 827kcal
Ingredients
- 2 red onion sliced into half rings; approx. 2 cups (284g)
- 4 cloves garlic minced; approx. 2 Tbsp (28g)
- 3 cm fresh ginger minced; approx. 3 cm or 15g
- 2 zucchini chopped into ½-inch chunks; approx. 2½ cups (300g)
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes approx. 400ml or 390g
- 13.5 oz coconut milk full-fat; approx. 400ml or 360g
- 2 cups dried red lentils rinsed; approx. 380g
- 4 tbsp soy sauce low sodium if preferred
- 4 cups water 946ml
- 2 vegetable stock cubes or substitute with 2 tsp bouillon paste
- 1 lime juiced; yields approx. 2 Tbsp (30ml)
- 2 cups fresh spinach loosely packed; about 60g
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil for sautéing
- 2 cups cooked rice for serving; approx. 340g cooked
Instructions
- Slice the onions into half rings. Mince the garlic and ginger. Chop zucchini into ½-inch pieces.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 more minute.
- Remove about one-third of the onion mixture from the skillet and set aside for garnish.
- Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, cayenne pepper, chopped zucchini, diced tomatoes, and a generous pinch of salt. Stir well, then cover and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the coconut milk, rinsed red lentils, soy sauce, water, and vegetable stock cubes. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring regularly. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of water to loosen it.
- Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the spinach and stir until wilted, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
- Serve hot over cooked rice and top with the reserved onion mixture.
Notes
If you’re in Melbourne, Australia this meal kit is available for purchase on the Veg Me Up website.
Nutrition
Calories: 827kcal | Carbohydrates: 98g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1412mg | Potassium: 1842mg | Fiber: 32g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1842IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 188mg | Iron: 14mg
Daniela V says
Got this from a friend – impressed!
Sarah says
Perfectly done, so delicious, thank you!
Hong Nguyen says
I really like the flavor of this recipe.
Natalie says
This recipe is so comforting and nutritious, I will make it again and again!
Tine says
this one is so flavorful, i made a big pot so I can eat it again tomorrow!