Easiest ever dhal

I love dhal, delicately spiced and oh-so comforting. Over the years I’ve simplified my favourite dhal recipe (mainly due to being too hungry, or too lazy to wait for it to cook!). I hope you love this 30-minute, one-pot recipe too! Top with cheat’s pink pickled onions for a tangy, colourful finish. EASY TIP Use this as a basic recipe for dhal variations, including adding carrot and coriander, caramelized onions or spinach. Let your flavour imagination run wild!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1 Add the lentils to a large pan, along with the curry paste, turmeric, cumin, chilli flakes and vegetable stock. Bring to the boil over a high heat, then simmer for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 2

2 Pour in the coconut milk and cook for a further 5–6 minutes, stirring constantly, until the lentils break down and become creamy.

Step 3

3 Remove from the heat and stir through the lime zest and juice. Season to taste with sea salt, then stir through the coconut yogurt.