Smoky Vegan Dal Tadka

Method

15 min prep · 35 min cook

1. 1

   Rinse the yellow lentils until water is clear and soak them for 30 minutes before cooking.

   ⏱ 30 minYellow lentils

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2. 2

   Drain the lentils and transfer to a cooking pot. Add 3 cups of water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are soft.

   ⏱ 30 minYellow lentils

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3. 3

   In a separate pan, heat the oil and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle.

   Vegetable oilCumin seeds

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4. 4

   Add minced garlic and chopped onion. Cook until onions are golden.

   GarlicOnion

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5. 5

   Mix in diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, turmeric powder, curry powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are mushy and oil separates.

   Vegetable oilTomatoSmoked paprikaTurmeric powderCurry powderSalt

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6. 6

   Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat.

   Lemon juice

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7. 7

   Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

   Fresh cilantro

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8. 8

   Enjoy your smoky Dal Tadka with rice or bread.

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Courses: Dinner, Lunch

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