Fast Recipes With Pulses part 2- Instant Pot Red Lentil Curry Dal

Try this quick, hearty, recipe for red lentil curry aka dal. It’s packed full of nutrients, flavor and vitamins. Lentils are part of the pulse family and are a great plant based protein. This dish is Perfect for a cold night!

1 1/4 cups red lentils rinsed
1/2 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon oil
1 jalapeno, deseeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 Tsp Salt
2 cups water
8 -ounce can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon coarse salt and pepper
7 oz full fat thai coconut milk

Turn sauté on the Instant Pot.
Add oil.
Add garlic, onion, ginger, jalapeño. Sauté for 2 minutes.
Add seasonings, water, tomato sauce. Mix.
Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Quick release.
Stir in the coconut milk.
Serve with by itself or with rice. Top with cilantro and a squeeze of lime