Feb 16, 2014, Updated Mar 10, 2024 Adarsh, however, grew up on them and turns his nose up at them like a 3 year old refusing stinky, overcooked broccoli. Lentils and soup – two foods I love and this man hates. Deep sigh. After years of trying, I think I’ve finally brought him over to my side of the lentil fence. I don’t know what it is about this recipe that he likes so much – maybe the fragrant coconut milk? Maybe the toasty little coconut ribbons I showered over his plate? Maybe the absence of heavy spices typical to Indian dahl curries? I’m not going to overanalyze, I’m just excited that he enthusiastically gobbled up lentils three days in a row. They are going to be on a bi-weekly rotation now, I think… I used split red lentils in this recipe, but you can use any lentil variety you like or have on hand. The lentils are cooked separately in boiling water before being simmered into the flavourful sauce, so you can easily adjust the cooking time. In other news, I broke a rib. Bathing the baby. With bubbles and rubber duckies and extra-soft washcloths. BROKE a RIB. I lost my balance and toppled ribs-first into the side of the bathtub. It really hurts, in case you were wondering what it feels like. This is my second broken bone in 3 months (pinkie toe casualty in November). Once I regain full range of motion I’m going to bubble wrap myself.
My Indian Husband’s Favorite Recipes
Put some of Adarsh’s favs on your must-make list:
The Chicken Korma that he says will change your life. Best-Ever Creamy Butter Chicken (one of the most popular recipes on the website!) Easy Homemade Butter Paneer (the vegetarian version) Saag Paneer (the tastiest way to eat a pound of spinach) Flaky Homemade Potato Samosas, Chicken Samosas and Samosa Pie (we really love samosas) The Butter Naan Recipe that went totally viral Creamy Madras Lentils (the ultimate vegetarian comfort food) Amma’s special Masoor Dal and Indian Chickpea Curry Recipe Malai Kofta (paneer and potato balls in creamy tomato sauce). It’s my favorite dish to order in an Indian restaurant and even better homemade! Indian Chai (tea the authentic Indian way) Paratha (flaky, layered Indian flatbread)
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