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Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils

Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils features creamy, gently spiced lentils enriched with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and a lift of ginger and garlic. The tender legumes mingle with tomatoes, peas, broccoli, and sautéed mushrooms for a comforting bowl that balances warmth and light heat. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a nourishing lunch alongside fluffy basmati rice.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook1 hr 38 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils
  1. 1

    Rinse the rice in several changes of water and move it to a container. Cover with water and let it soak at room temperature for 15 minutes to 1 hour, then drain.

  2. 2

    Combine 3 cups water and red lentils in a large pot over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, skimming off any scum from the surface. Stir in the onion, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and turmeric. Lower the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir the broccoli, tomatoes, peas, and salt into the pot. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the lentils are soft, about 30 minutes more.

  4. 4

    Combine the drained rice with the remaining 1 1/2 cup water in another pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to very low and simmer, covered with a tight-fitting lid, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, ginger, and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour over the lentils and stir to distribute. Cook the lentils until the flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Serve the lentils with the rice.

About This Recipe

Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils is a Bangladeshi dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs 3 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Black Pepper, Broccoli Florets, and Cayenne Pepper. Each serving provides about 252.26 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.

Recipe Questions

What is Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils?
It is a Bangladeshi recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils made of?
The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Black Pepper, Broccoli Florets, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 17 is above.
What goes well with Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils?
Explore these Bangladeshi side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils?
About 2 hrs 3 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 1 hr 38 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 252.26 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Masoor Dal with Red Split Lentils easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 17 ingredients and 5 steps.

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