Spiced up Red Lentils(Masoor Dal) Recipe

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Spiced up Red Lentils(Masoor Dal)
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Directions:

  1. Mix the spices in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat until it shimmers. Add the spices and saute until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Stir in onion and cook till softened, 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook till fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Now stir in the water and lentils. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the lentils are tender and resemble a coarse puree, 20-25 minutes. (At this point, you may refrigerate the lentils in an airtight container up to 2 days. Reheat over medium low heat before continuing).
  4. Stir in tomatoes, cilantro, and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy!
  5. Variation:.
  6. Substitute 1 cup coconut milk for 1 cup of the water and omit butter. Using coconut milk makes for a lush, creamy texture and rich flavor. Don't use light coconut milk. You can freeze any leftover coconut milk.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 221.59 Kcal (928 kJ)
Calories from fat 59.42 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.6g 10%
Cholesterol 10.18mg 3%
Sodium 12.15mg 1%
Potassium 618.19mg 13%
Total Carbs 29.93g 10%
Sugars 3.87g 15%
Dietary Fiber 13.77g 55%
Protein 11.62g 23%
Vitamin C 15.2mg 25%
Iron 3.5mg 19%
Calcium 60.4mg 6%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 72.95 Kcal (305 kJ)
Calories from fat 19.56 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.17g 10%
Cholesterol 3.35mg 3%
Sodium 4mg 1%
Potassium 203.51mg 13%
Total Carbs 9.85g 10%
Sugars 1.27g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4.53g 55%
Protein 3.83g 23%
Vitamin C 5mg 25%
Iron 1.2mg 19%
Calcium 19.9mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.2
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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