Description
Multi Cooker Red Lentil Dahl is a quick and nourishing dish made with tender red lentils simmered in aromatic spices. This easy multi cooker red lentil dahl recipe delivers a creamy, flavorful, and protein-rich meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or ghee
- 1–2 teaspoons curry powder or garam masala
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: chili flakes or fresh chili
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice (for finishing)
Instructions
- Set the multi cooker to sauté mode and heat the oil or ghee.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant.
- Add curry powder (or garam masala), turmeric, and cumin, and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add rinsed red lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth or water. Stir well.
- Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 8–10 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then release remaining pressure carefully.
- Open the lid and stir in coconut milk.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
- Finish with lemon juice and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Red lentils cook quickly and do not require soaking.Adjust consistency by adding more broth for a thinner dahl or simmering longer for a thicker texture.Add vegetables like spinach, carrots, or sweet potatoes for extra nutrition.Use oil instead of ghee to keep the dish vegan.This dish thickens as it sits; add liquid when reheating if needed.
