High Protein Red Lentil & Lupin Dal

+ Lupin Flour ur gut Naan

A comforting, warm, fibre-rich meal designed with gut health in mind. This red lentil and lupin dal is rich in plant-based protein and dietary fibre, a combination that supports satiety and helps nourish a healthy gut microbiome.

Paired with homemade naan made with ur gut®, wholemeal flour and Lupin Co lupin flour, this meal takes a classic dal a step further. Lupins provide a unique source of fibre and protein while contributing a soft texture to the naan.

Low-cost and easy to make, it's a great option for an easy midweek meal, meal prep or sharing with family and friends.

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Ingredient List

  • Olive oil 2 Tbsp
  • 1 brown onion diced
  • 2-inch peice of ginger diced or grated
  • 4 garlic cloves diced
  • 1 green chilli or more to taste
  • 1/2 cup of The Lupin Co. whole split lupins
  • 1/2 cup red lentils
  • 2 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 can of crushed tomatoes look for highest tomato content
  • 1 can of low-fat coconut milk
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • A handful of coriander or parsley
  • 1 small can of tomato paste

For the Lupin Bread

  • 6 Tbsp Lupin flour
  • Wholemeal flour
  • 3/4 cup of greek yoghurt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tsp ur gut®
  • 1 tsp of mixed herbs and salt

To serve (optional):

  • Coriander or parsley to garnish
  • Extra greek yoghurt

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a deep pan. Add the onions, garlic and chilli
  • Rinse red lentils and lupin seeds throughouly then add to the pot
  • Add turmeric, cumin, coriander, chilli and garam masala and toast spices until fragrant.
  • Add in tomato paste, tinned tomatoes and vegetable broth.
  • Cover on low heat for 20 minutes
  • Whilst your dahl is cooking combine lupin flour, wholemeal flour, greek yoghurt, baking powder, salt and herbs, and ur gut® to a bowl
  • Knead into a dough and divide into approximately 8 small balls. Flatten each ball with a rolling pin or gently press it out by hand, ensuring it is not too thick or too thin.
  • After 20 minutes, add your coconut milk to the dahl, add lemon juice, pepper and parsley to taste
  • Toast your naan in olive oil until golden brown
  • Plate the dahl with extra herbs, lemon juice or pepper and serve with the lupin bread

Please note: ou can add extra ur gut® to the dal if desired, but larger amounts may alter the texture.

Nutritional Information

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