Yellow Split Pea Dahl Recipe with Potatoes and Coconut Milk
04. Jan, 2010 
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This Dahl recipe(or Dal) is not only good for you but also satisfying and filling. The health benefits of these legumes are indisputable, they are a lean, high source of protein, full of fiber and high in vitamin B1 and folate. They are also inexpensive and keep for a long time in the cupboard. The coconut milk is more debatable. It is certainly a rich source of vitamins A, B, E and calcium but it is also high in saturated fat. That said, many independent studies have shown it to be a different kind of saturated fat which gives your body quick energy.
Yellow Split Pea Dahl Recipe with Potatoes and Coconut Milk
(serves 3-4)
Adapted from How to Cook Everything Vegetarian
1 cup yellow split peas
1 can coconut milk (I used lite as that is what I had)
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 russet potatoes
salt
pepper
1/3 cup yogourt, for garnish
cilantro, minced for garnish
Pick over lentils and rinse. In a heavy pot with a lid combine peas, milk curry powder and one cup of water. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Partially cover the pot and let cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Peel potatoes and chop into large chunks. Add potatoes to the pot and cover, cook for 10 minutes. Give it a good stir and add a big pinch of salt. Continue cooking until lentils and potatoes are tender, if it seems dry you can add a bit more water. When tender add a big grinding of fresh pepper and adjust for salt. Serve topped with yogourt and fresh parsley.
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What a hearty healthy dish-looks wonderful!
Congrats on the redesign! Looks good. And so does this dish. I’ve never made dal with split peas and I’ve got some in the cupboard. Will try making soon.
I’ve been feeling like nutrient-dense foods and lots of green vegetables are in order lately, and dhal was one of the first things I made.
I’m excited to try this variation, because whatever studies have to say about coconut milk, I say it’s delicious.
Maria – hearty indeed! Perfect for a cold night.
kickpleat – really? SOooo very good.
Cate – I couldn’t agree more. Coconut milk is worth it, whatever the say.
I always wanted to be a perfect veggi, Guess this would now be added in the veggi list. Thanks for the post
I made this dish but it came out a bit too much on the thick and dry side. Also, you suggested chopping the potatoes into large chunks…I think small chunks would work better. Nice flavour, though, will try to make this again. Great blog!
Katherine – hmm I am surprised, I wonder if you had it at a slighter higher heat? You did add the 1 cup of water right! Glad you liked the flavour.