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Chickpea lentil curry bowl on a marble surface.

Chickpea Lentil Curry

Delicious and flavorful chickpea lentil curry recipe. Learn how to make this easy and nutritious dish in just a few simple steps.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 6
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
  • 1 cup dried green lentils red or green
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½-¾ teaspoon cayenne adjust as per taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust as per taste
  • 6 cups water
  • ½ cup plain yogurt for creaminess, optional
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped for garnish

Instructions

  • Set the Instant Pot to Saute mode and heat oil. Once hot, add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, curry powder, ground coriander, cayenne, and salt. Mix well and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas and add them to the Instant Pot along with the green lentils. Add 4 cups of water and mix well.
  • Close the lid, set the valve to the sealing position, and select "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" on high pressure. Set the timer to 15 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for about 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid and put the Instant Pot in saute mode. Add the yogurt and garam masala and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Cancel saute mode and garnish with cilantro. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Soak the dried chickpeas overnight. This helps them cook more evenly and reduces cooking time. If you're short on time, use the quick soak method.
  • Whisk the plain yogurt before adding it to the curry to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Add the yogurt after pressure cooking to prevent it from curdling.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 417mg | Potassium: 704mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 154IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 5mg
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