Name: Sri Lankan Dhal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 28 min
Yield: 6, 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: ½ tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 small onion (diced); salt (to taste); ½ tsp chilli flakes; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 3 cups water; 1 tsp cumin seed; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp garlic (minced); 1 tsp coriander powder; 1 cup coconut cream; 2 tbsp coconut oil; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp ginger (minced); 1 sprig curry leaves; 1 ½ cups lentils (Mansoor Dhal) (washed and drained); 2 green chillis (slit); 2 sprigs curry leaves; 1 small red onion (finely sliced); 4 cloves garlic (finely sliced); 1 tbsp red chilli paste ((optional))

Sri Lankan Dhal

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By: Cookingwithzahra (via Cookingwithzahra)

Original Publish: Feb 21, 2024

Last Updated: Mar 3, 2026

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 28 mins

Yields: 6, 6 servings

Instructions

In a medium-sized pot, heat 2 tbsp coconut oil. Add the diced onion and fry until golden brown. Add minced ginger and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
Add lentils, green chillies, curry leaves, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Add water, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Allow it to simmer for 30 minutes.
Stir in the coconut cream and simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.