Description
A comforting blend of lentils and spices, Vegan Dalcha is perfect for any occasion, embodying warmth and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons oil (preferably coconut oil)
- 2 whole cloves
- 6 black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cup chopped red onion
- 1 hot green chili, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 2 ounces dried soy curls, soaked in broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1/2 cup green beans
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups water
- 1 teaspoon oil (for tempering)
- 1 teaspoon julienne ginger
- 10 curry leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat. Add the cloves, black peppercorns, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped red onion and green chili. Cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes. Add the soaked soy curls and tomato paste, stirring well.
- Sprinkle in Kashmiri chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, and salt. Mix well and cook for 1 minute.
- Add red lentils, green beans, and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are soft.
- Stir in coconut cream, adjusting salt and spices to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- In a small pan, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Add julienne ginger and curry leaves; sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Pour the tempering over the cooked dalcha and mix well. Remove from heat.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan, Dalcha, Comfort Food, Indian Cuisine, Lentils
