Peel and mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger. Stir in the tomato paste, add the red lentils, and toast them briefly. Pour in the coconut milk and water, add salt, and mix everything well.

What is canned coconut milk? Canned coconut milk is shredded or grated coconut flesh from mature coconuts (aka brown ones) that gets pureed with water for a creamy yet liquidy texture. It’s different ...

In a small, covered saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the coconut, turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 1 hour. Once the coconut has steeped, pour the contents of the pan into a ...

This story is part of the Healthyish Pantry, a collection of articles breaking down the ingredients we love most. Click here to read the whole guide—then stock up. The difference between the two is ...