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South Indian Chickpea Dhal Curry
A flavorful and nutritious curry made with chickpeas and dhal, inspired by South Indian cuisine. Serve with steaming hot rice or roti.
⏱40 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 can (14 oz) chickpeasdrained and rinsed
- ●1 cup dhalsplit red lentils
- ●2 tbsp vegetable oil
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1-inch piece gingergrated
- ●1 tsp cumin seeds
- ●1 sprig curry leavesoptional
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp chili powder
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Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- 3
Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- 4
Add curry leaves (if using) and sauté for another minute.
- 5
Add chickpeas, dhal, salt, and chili powder. Mix well.
- 6
Add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- 7
Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the dhal is cooked.
- 8
Check the seasoning and adjust as needed.
- 9
Serve hot with steaming hot rice or roti.