Meat-Free Monday just got a whole lot tastier with this protein-packed Tomato and Mushroom Dhal recipe, compliments of South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association.
This dhal, ready in just 15 minutes, offers a nutritious, fragrant, and hearty meal.
Moreover, it freezes exceptionally well, allowing you to prepare in advance for a speedy and convenient dinner option.
Ingredients
- 30 ml oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 15 ml fresh ginger, finely grated
- 15 ml curry paste
- 400 g portabellini mushrooms, halved
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes
- 2 tins brown lentils, drained
- 45 ml plain yoghurt or thick cream
- 30 ml fresh coriander, chopped
To Serve (optional):
- Rice
- Naan bread
- Raita
- Toasted coconut
Method
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Heat the oil in a pan and gently fry the onion and garlic for 5-7 minutes.
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Add the ginger, curry paste and mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes.
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Stir in the tomatoes and lentils and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Top with yoghurt or cream and coriander.
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Serve with rice or naan breads, raita and/or toasted coconut.
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