Lentil Dahl with Pita

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"A warm meal just in time for Fall season !"
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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 45mins
Serves or Makes: 4

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ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • Kosher salt, To Taste
  • Black pepper, To Taste
  • 2 butternut squash, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups red lentils
  • 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons coconut milk
  • 1 (5 ounce) bag baby spinach
  • Coriander, fresh, for serving
  • Pita, for serving

Method

  • Step 1

    Heat coconut oil in a large sauce pot over medium heat. Add minced ginger, garlic, and shallots. Cook for about 5 minutes, until soft. Add spices and stir. Add butternut squash and cook for 2 minutes. Add in lentils and pour in water until covered. Cook for 30-40 minutes. If lentils are not fully cooked, add more water and cook up to 15 minutes more.

  • Step 2

    Pour in coconut milk and mix in baby spinach. Serve in bowls with fresh coriander and pita.