Dahl with Coral Lentils and Sweet Potatoes using a Aldi
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Dive into a bowl of Sweet Potato and Lentil Dhal, where vibrant flavors and a splash of tropical coconut dance together in an aromatic symphony! This dish, rooted in the culinary traditions of India, brings the hearty sweetness of sweet potatoes and the nutty goodness of red lentils into a warm embrace of spices like cumin and coriander. Legend has it that dhal has been a staple in Indian households for centuries, often served to nourish families and warm the soul. Perfect for those chilly nights when you need a hug in a bowl, this dish is not just a meal; it's a culinary adventure that transports you to a bustling Indian kitchen with every spoonful. And remember, a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of fresh coriander are the finishing touches that make this dish sing!
Ingredients
- 1 Onion
- 2 Cloves of garlic
- 50 g Ginger
- 20 g Olive oil
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Turmeric
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Ground cumin
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Chili powder
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Garam masala
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 Pinch(es) Salt
- 1 Pinch(es) Pepper
- 500 g Sweet potato
- 200 g Red lentil
- 700 g Vegetable broth
- 100 g Coconut milk
- 15 g Lemon juice
Steps
Aromatic Base
- Add 1 onion, 2 cloves of garlic in the food processor bowl.
- Peel, and add 50 g of ginger in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Add 20 g of olive oil in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5:00min / 120°C / Speed 1.
- Add 1 teaspoon(s) of turmeric, 1 teaspoon(s) of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon(s) of chili powder, 1 teaspoon(s) of garam masala, 1 bay leaf, 1 pinch(es) of salt, 1 pinch(es) of pepper in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 1:00min / 120°C / Speed 1.
Cooking the Dahl
- Peel, and add 500 g of sweet potato in the food processor bowl.
- Add 200 g of red lentil, 700 g of vegetable broth in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20:00min / 100°C / Speed 2.
- Remove the content of the food processor bowl in a bowl.
- Remove the bay leaf.
- Transfer the content of the bowl in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 30sec / 0°C / Speed 8.
Finishing
- Add 100 g of coconut milk, 15 g of lemon juice in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 2:00min / 80°C / Speed 2.
- Serve Hot.
- Garnish with fresh coriander.
