Sri Lankan Dhal Curry (Parippu)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 cups Water
• 1 can Coconut milk
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Ginger
• 1 small Green chilies
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.5 tsp Mustard seeds
• 0.5 tsp Cumin seeds
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1 tsp Salt

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the red lentils in water.
2. 2In a pot, combine the lentils and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
3. 3In a separate pan, heat coconut oil over medium heat.
4. 4Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter.
5. 5Add chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
6. 6Add curry leaves and turmeric powder. Cook for 1 minute.
7. 7Pour the sautéed mixture into the pot with the cooked lentils.
8. 8Add coconut milk and salt. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. 9Serve hot with rice or roti.

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