Lentil and Chickpea Curry
A hearty Indian-style curry with tender red lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, coconut milk, and aromatic spices.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and lightly golden.
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Step 2
Add the garlic and ginger, then cook over medium heat until fragrant.
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Step 3
Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder. Cook briefly over medium heat.
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Step 4
Add the crushed tomato and cook over medium heat until slightly thickened.
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Step 5
Stir in the lentils, chickpeas, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Step 6
Reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the curry is thick.
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Step 7
Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and cilantro, then serve.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours, use within 3 to 4 days, and reheat to 74°C before serving.
Risk factors
- hot liquid and steam
- cooked leftovers held at unsafe temperatures