Pumpkin Dahl

Vegan (Opt), Gluten-free (Opt)

Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes

4 Servings
 


This Pumpkin Dahl is vegan, high in fibre, high in plant-based protein and gluten free. Perfect for snuggling up with on a cold winter’s night! 

Recipe by Sarah MacDonald – @sarahsspoonful

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 Tbsp Garam Masala*
  • 1 Tsp Organic Turmeric powder*
  • 1 Tsp Organic Coriander Seeds*
  • 1 Tsp Chilli Flakes*
  • 1/2 Tbsp Organic Coconut Sugar*
  • 1/2 Tbsp Vegetable Stock powder*
  • 1/2 Cup Chana Dal*
  • 1 Tbsp Australian Cold Pressed Olive Oil*
  • 2-3 Cloves Garlic
  • 1 Brown Onion
  • 1/2 Small Red Chilli
  • 1 Tin Light Coconut Milk
  • 1/4 Jap Pumpkin Deseeded and cut into approx 1 inch chunks
  • 2 Cup Kale Leaves Roughly Chopped
  • 1 Cup Brown Rice To serve

METHOD

  • 1. Rinse the chana dal well and remove any discoloured bits or debris.
  • 2. Add the olive oil to a large dutch oven or stock pot and heat to a medium heat.
  • 3. Finely dice the brown onion, garlic and fresh red chilli and add to the pot. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
  • 4. Add the spices to the pot and stir to coat everything. Cook for about 1 minute.
  • 5. Add the chopped pumpkin and chana dal and stir, then add the vegetable stock powder and 3-4 cups of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring regularly, until the chana dal is soft and the pumpkin has broken up.
  • 6. To prepare the brown rice, rinse it well and add it to a saucepan with 3 cups of water. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 30 minutes with the lid on, then turn off the heat and allow to rest for a further 10 minutes with the lid on.
  • 7. Add the coconut milk to the dahl. Stir through and cook for a further 5-10 minutes, depending on how soft you like your dahl. Add the chopped kale, stir and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • 8. Serve with the brown rice and a sprinkle of fresh herbs – like coriander or mint.
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