Steamed Lentil Dumplings in Tangy Gravy

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are widely used in vegetarian and vegan cooking around the world.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Steamed Lentil Dumplings in Tangy Gravy

Cooking Method: Simmering, Steaming Cuisine: Asian, Indian Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• ¹⁄₄ cup Gram flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh coriander leaves
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Cooking oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 sprig Curry leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse the red lentils and soak them in water for 30 minutes. Drain the water.
2. In a blender, blend the lentils, onion, garlic, ginger, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, chili powder, gram flour, lemon juice, fresh coriander leaves, and salt until smooth.
3. Grease a steamer tray and spoon the lentil mixture onto it, shaping it into dumplings.
4. Steam the dumplings for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
5. In a separate pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they start to crackle, add curry leaves and sauté for a minute.
6. Add chopped tomato, sugar, and water to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft.
7. Transfer the steamed lentil dumplings to the pan with the tangy gravy and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 3g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.