Erissery (Kerala Dal)

⚠️ Untested Recipe: This recipe hasn’t been tested yet. Measurements and instructions may need adjustment. A thick and creamy dal from Kerala in South India, traditionally made with yams but here with sweet potato. Often served as part of Sadhya, a festive meal with over 20 dishes. Ingredients Dal 2 dl mung beans (red or green) 500 g sweet potato, peeled and cubed 6 dl water 1 dl coconut milk 0.5 tsp turmeric 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp salt Tadka 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp brown mustard seeds 1 dl coconut flakes 2 dried whole red chilies 1 small handful curry leaves Instructions Soak: Soak mung beans for 8 hours or overnight. ...

January 22, 2026 · 2 min · Stefan

Malaysian Dal with Red Lentils

⚠️ Untested Recipe: This recipe hasn’t been tested yet. Measurements and instructions may need adjustment. A fragrant Malaysian take on dal - flavored with lemongrass, coconut, curry leaves, and finished with chili oil. Proof that lentil stews are anything but boring. Ingredients Dal 3 tbsp rapeseed oil 10 fresh or frozen curry leaves 1 lemongrass stalk, finely chopped 2 star anise 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp cumin 0.5 tsp turmeric 1.5 tsp chili powder 1 tbsp tomato paste 3 dl red lentils 1.25 tsp salt 2 carrots, finely chopped 400 ml coconut milk 8 dl water 1 tbsp tamarind paste To serve 2 tbsp crispy chili oil bread or rice fresh coriander spring rolls (optional) Instructions Fry aromatics: Heat oil in a pot. Add curry leaves, lemongrass and star anise. Fry until leaves are crispy, about 30 seconds. ...

January 22, 2026 · 2 min · Stefan

Thai Red Lentil Soup

⚠️ Untested Recipe: This recipe hasn’t been tested yet. Measurements and instructions may need adjustment. A quick Thai-inspired soup that takes a shortcut via red curry paste. Protein-rich red lentils cook in just 10-15 minutes. Ridiculously cheap and satisfying. Ingredients 1 yellow onion, finely chopped oil for frying 1.5 tbsp red curry paste 2.5 dl red lentils 2.5 dl coconut milk 7 dl water zest and juice of 1 lime 1 tbsp light soy sauce salt To serve chili oil Instructions Sauté onion: Fry onion in a little oil until soft. ...

January 22, 2026 · 1 min · Stefan