Sunday, September 27, 2020

Red Lentil Daal in the Instant Pot

I never really liked lentils. Possibly because I never had them cooked well.  This is really a really delicious version of Indian Dal!  Also, I really don't know if you spell it dal, daal, or dahl, but I'm not sure there is a correct translation to English.  

1 TBS butter
1 onion, finely diced
2 cup red lentils
4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper 
6 cups chicken broth 

Set Instant Pot to sauté, then add butter & onions.  Saute until softened and turning golden, about 3-4 minutes.  

Meanwhile, mix the spices.  Add to the pan and saute for another minute or so, until fragrant. 

Add lentils, stir.  Add broth. 

Put lid on the instant pot and set on pressure cook high 12 minutes.  Natural release at least 10 minutes (Longer release = creamier). 

Add salt & pepper to taste. 

Serve on rice or quinoa, or alone  

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