Easy Crock Pot Dal (Slow Cooker Yellow Dal)
Serves 4
15 mins prep
360 mins cook
375 mins total
My crock pot dal recipe is an absolute staple in our house! Made with protein rich split chickpeas and a combination of rich, warm spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, this slow cooker yellow dal is pure and simple Indian comfort food. Ideal for anyone looking to make a flavor-packed one-pot dinner, or a make-ahead meal!
Add the lentils, salt, and 3 cups of water to a slow cooker. Cook on high for 4-6 hours.
When your lentils are close to done, heat oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add a couple cumin seeds to test out the heat of the oil. If they pop, the oil is ready to go!
Add all of your cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let cook for 10-15 seconds (until the seeds pop).
Then add your coriander, turmeric, cayenne, onion, tomato, and garlic, stir for 30 seconds, and turn the heat down to medium low. Let it cook until the onions become translucent and the tomatoes break down.
Add the onion/tomato/spice mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Top with cilantro and serve!
