Winter Flavor Comfort: Brown Lentil Curry & Jasmine Rice

What could be more comforting in winter than a warm bowl of hearty Brown Lentil Curry? This flavor-packed dish is prepared withPride of India spices, creamy coconut milk, and wholesome brown masoor lentils. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s a nourishing and deeply satisfying meal that delivers comfort in every bite.

This brown lentil curry recipe is easy to make, making it ideal for both busy weeknight dinners and relaxed weekend lunches. When paired with fragrantThai white jasmine rice, it transforms into a complete, well-balanced meal.

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Brown Lentil Curry Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pride of India’s brown masur lentils

• 2 onions, thinly sliced

• 1 tsp Pride of India’s cumin seeds

• 2 tsp Pride of India’s ginger garlic seasoning

• 1 tsp Pride of India’s  red chili flakes

• 2 Pride of India’s bay leaves

• 1 tsp Pride of India’s ground turmeric

• 1 tsp Pride of India’s garam masala

• Pride of India’s Himalayan pink salt, to taste

• 1 cup finely chopped tomatoes

• 1 cup coconut milk

• Olive oil, for cooking

• 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Directions

1. Prepare the lentils:Rinse the brown lentils thoroughly. Cook them in a pot of lightly salted water until tender about 30 minutes. Set aside
2. Build the flavor base: Heat olive oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle until aromatic. Stir in the bay leaves, followed by the sliced onions. Cook until the onions are soft and lightly golden.
3. Add spices:Mix in the ginger garlic seasoning and cook for about 1 minute. Add turmeric, ground red chili, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to toast the spices gently without burning.
4. Add tomato and simmer:Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down and leave an aroma. Stir in the cooked masur lentils and let everything simmer together for up to 5 minutes.
5. Finish with coconut milk:Pour in the coconut milk, stirring gently to combine. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the curry is creamy and well balanced. Sprinkle in garam masala and adjust seasoning if needed. Add some lemon juice and serve.

The brown lentil curry is truly something special as acomplete, comforting plant-based meal. Served with fragrant White jasmine rice, its delicate floral notes perfectly complement the creamy, spiced lentils, bringing all the flavors together beautifully.

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