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One-pot Spinach Dhal

This easy One-pot Spinach Dhal recipe is perfect if you are looking for a flavourful curry, soup or stew dish.

Perfect to warm you up in cold weather, with the added bonus of being healthy too! It is a great source of vitamin A, C, iron and protein.

Serves

4

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Shemin's Medium Indian Curry Paste
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Shemin's Medium Indian Curry Paste

A beautifully balanced curry paste with warming spice and real depth of flavour. Aromatic and rounded, it develops richness as it cooks without overpowering the dish. Ideal for classic homemade curries with a satisfying level of warmth.
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Shemin’s Indian Curry Paste

Our multi-award winning paste will be your new secret when it comes to Indian cooking. 

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Ingredients

How to make One-pot Spinach Dhal

  1. In a large pot heat oil over a medium high heat. Add the Shemin’s Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Kashmiri Chilli and Curry Leaves and allow to cook until the mustard seeds start to pop – about 15 seconds.
  2. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes until the onions have softened. Add Shemin’s Indian Curry Paste and mix together. Then pour the tomatoes and continue cook over a medium heat until they have broken down. About 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the lentils and water. Reduce the heat to low and allow to cook until the lentils with the lid off until they are soft. About 40 minutes. Add more water if you need to.
  4. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Then add Shemin’s Chaat Masala. Check the seasoning and top with coriander before serving.
  5. Serve with Shemin’s Indian Breads and brown or white rice.

Tips

Tips
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • To freeze, cool the dhal to room temperature then store in a freezer safe container. Defrost before heating on the stove or microwave. If the dal is too thick add a little water.

Pair it with

Shemin's Medium Indian Curry Paste
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Medium Medium

Shemin's Medium Indian Curry Paste

A beautifully balanced curry paste with warming spice and real depth of flavour. Aromatic and rounded, it develops richness as it cooks without overpowering the dish. Ideal for classic homemade curries with a satisfying level of warmth.
Add to cart £4.75
Shemin's Chaat Masala
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Shemin's Chaat Masala

A vibrant, tangy spice blend with citrusy sharpness and savoury depth. Bright, punchy and addictive. Perfect for sprinkling over snacks, salads and street-food-style dishes.
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Shemin's Curry Leaves
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Shemin's Dried Curry Leaves

Aromatic dried curry leaves that add authentic flavour to Indian dishes. Perfect for tempering oils, curries and dals. A small addition that makes a big difference.
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Shemin's Dried Kashmiri Chilli
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Shemin's Dried Kashmiri Chilli

Deep red dried chillies with vibrant colour and mild heat. Adds richness without overpowering spice. Ideal to add to curries and sauces.
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Shemin's Black Mustard Seeds

Bold mustard seeds with a sharp, nutty flavour when tempered. Essential for Indian cooking. Adds aroma and texture to dishes.
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Shemin's Cumin Seeds
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Shemin's Cumin Seeds

Whole cumin seeds with warm, nutty flavour. Perfect for tempering in oil to release aroma. Essential in Indian cooking.
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Love love love Shemin's curry pastes. Best in the world and easy quick cooiking and always delicious result. Thank you!!!!

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First class!

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My last order of Madras sauce was wonderful! Time for More. Will report on the paste and breads, pretty sure they will be excellent. I think I might be addicted…

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Best curry ever and so quick and easy to make dinner with. And very fresh ingredients. Thank you all at Shemins

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Love Shemins pastes. Perfect curries. The best for home made curries.

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Excellent

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I love Shemins right from the start on James Martin show. Jamie is great

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