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Super Quick Creamy Tikka Dal

Super Quick Creamy Tikka Dal

with Basmati Rice, Peas and Crispy Onions
4.0(536)Review Summary
Lily Stevens
Lily StevensUpdated on June 17, 2025
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Calories
: 
833 kcal
Protein
: 
23.9g protein
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Cereals containing gluten
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

150 grams

Basmati Rice

1 sachet(s)

North Indian Style Spice Mix

75 grams

Tikka Masala Paste

1 carton(s)

Lentils

150 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

10 grams

Vegetable Stock Paste

40 grams

Mango Chutney

120 grams

Peas

1 sachet(s)

Crispy Onions

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

Energy (kJ)3484 kJ
Energy (kcal)833 kcal
Fat34.2 g
of which saturates17.2 g
Carbohydrate112.9 g
of which sugars20.9 g
Dietary Fibre13.4 g
Protein23.9 g
Salt4.3 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
•Kettle
•Large Saucepan
•Sieve

Instructions

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Get Started
1
  • Boil a half-full kettle.
  • Pour it into a saucepan with 1/4 tsp salt on high heat.
  • Boil the rice, 10-12 mins.
  • Once cooked, drain, pop back in the pan and cover.
Dal Time
2
  • Pop a saucepan on high heat.
  • Add the North Indian style spice mix, tikka masala paste, lentils and their liquid, creme fraiche and veg stock paste.
  • Stir and bring to the boil.
  • Reduce the heat. Simmer, 6-8 mins.
Finishing Touches
3
  • Stir the mango chutney and peas into the lentils.
  • Simmer for 1-2 mins.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
Dinner's Ready!
4
  • Share the rice between your bowls.
  • Spoon over the tikka dal.
  • Sprinkle with the crispy onions.
  • Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the rich, creamy tikka flavour, though some found it too salty or spicy for their taste.
  • Ease of prep: Customers praised how quick and easy this meal was to prepare, often ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Suggestions: Consider rinsing the lentils before cooking to reduce saltiness, and add more fresh vegetables for extra nutrition.
  • Portions: Some found the meal very filling, while others suggested it could use more vegetables to balance the rice.
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