$1.37 a serving · 30 min
- Under 30 min
- Makes leftovers
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
- PCOS-friendly
- Heart-healthy
- Anti-inflammatory
- Thyroid-friendly
- Comfort food
- Indian-inspired
- Beans & lentils
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $5.48 if you cook for four.
- Calories
- 650 kcal
- Protein
- 22g
- Carbs
- 91g
- Fat
- 22g
Ingredients
For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Fresh ginger¾ tbsp
- Garlic1 clove
- Spinach1⅓ cups
Pantry
- Dried red lentils⅓ cup
- Coconut milk (can)¼ can
- Rice⅓ cup
Spices
- Garam masala¾ tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Put the rinsed lentils, coconut milk, garam masala, grated ginger, garlic and 1 cup water in the Instant Pot.
- 2
Seal and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, then release naturally.
- 3
Stir in the spinach until wilted and season.
- 4
Meanwhile, cook the rice in a separate bowl on the trivet, or use the Instant Pot's rice setting before the curry.
- 5
Serve the curry over the rice.
People also ask
- What to serve with Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal?
- Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice, Hoisin Beef & Broccoli, or Chicken Fajitas. Those sit in the same style as Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal?
- Yes. Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal vegan?
- Yes. Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal is vegan.
- Is Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal vegetarian?
- Yes. Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Dal is vegetarian.
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