DIY dal mix
This convenient dry mix combines red lentils with bay leaf, curry powder, ginger, garlic granules, caraway, and a touch of dried chili. Simply simmer the blend with water and a vegetable bouillon cube to create a creamy, spiced, and comforting lentil soup in minutes. It makes an effortless, flavorful meal for busy days.
Ingredients
- Vegetable bouillon cube1 piece
- Bay leaf1 piece
- Caraway seeds½ tsp
- Curry powder½ tsp
- Ground ginger½ tsp
- garlic granules½ tsp
- Dried chilli1 piece
- water600 ml
Instructions
3 steps- 1
Combine all of the ingredients in the 350g/12oz jam jar and seal with a lid. It will keep until you're ready to use in a hurry!
- 2
When ready to use, tip the contents of the jar into a saucepan and add 2 jars of water (approximately 600ml/1 pint). Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until the lentils are soft.
- 3
Remove from the heat and leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 340 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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