Red Cabbage Cauliflower Dhal (Printable version)

A comforting blend of cauliflower, red cabbage, lentils, and coconut simmered with fragrant spices.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
02 - ½ medium red cabbage, thinly sliced (approximately 10.5 oz)
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
06 - 1 medium tomato, chopped

→ Legumes

07 - 1 cup red lentils, rinsed

→ Liquids

08 - 1 can (13.5 fl oz) coconut milk
09 - 2 cups vegetable stock or water

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
11 - 1 ½ tsp ground coriander
12 - 1 tsp turmeric powder
13 - 1 tsp garam masala
14 - ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnishes

16 - Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
17 - Lemon or lime wedges

# Steps to follow:

01 - Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onion for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and optional chili flakes; toast the mixture for 30 seconds to release aromas.
04 - Add chopped tomato and cook for an additional 2 minutes until softened.
05 - Mix in rinsed red lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable stock. Bring the pot to a gentle simmer.
06 - Incorporate cauliflower florets, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
07 - Stir in the sliced red cabbage, leave uncovered, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until lentils and vegetables are tender.
08 - Add garam masala, salt, and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
09 - Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon or lime wedges.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients and comes together in under an hour
02 -
  • This dish is naturally gluten-free but double-check the vegetable stock and coconut milk labels if sensitive.
  • Contains coconut, which is a tree nut allergy risk.
03 -
  • For a spicier dhal, increase chili flakes or add fresh green chili when sautéing onions.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors deepen overnight.
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