Dairy-Free Sri Lankan Dhal Curry (Parippu)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 cups Water
• 1 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1 small Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 Green chilies
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Curry powder
• 5 Curry leaves
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the red lentils under cold water.
2. 2In a pot, combine the rinsed lentils and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the lentils are soft and mushy.
3. 3While the lentils are cooking, heat coconut oil in a separate pan over medium heat.
4. 4Add onion, garlic, and green chilies and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
5. 5Add turmeric powder, curry powder, and curry leaves and cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.
6. 6Pour the sautéed spices into the cooked lentils. Stir well.
7. 7Add coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
8. 8Serve hot with rice or roti.

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