Pumpkin Dal

Submitted by IngridNL

"Simply delicious. Great with some naan, raita and fresh cucumber. So so so good."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 2-4

ingredients

• 2 -3 teaspoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1⁄2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 pinch chili flakes
• 1 cup red lentil
• 4 cups finely diced pumpkin
• 2 inches gingerroot, peeled minced
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 3 1⁄2 cups water
• 1 pinch salt
• 200 ml coconut milk

directions

1. Place a large pot over medium heat. Heat some olive oil. Add the ground coriander, mustard seeds and chili flakes. Wait for the mustard seeds to pop.
2. Add lentils, diced pumpkin, ginger, tumeric and salt.
3. Stir a bit just to combine with the oil and spices.
4. Add the water and coconut milk.
5. Stir and bring to a boil.
6. Cook for 25-30 minutes til it's creamy and delicious.