Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) red lentils, rinsed thoroughly
  • 3 cups (710ml) vegetable broth, low sodium
  • 1 tsp (5g) ground turmeric
  • 3 cloves (15g) garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15g) fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
  • 1 cup (60g) carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup (60g) cucumber, thinly sliced into matchsticks
  • 1/2 cup (40g) purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1/4 cup (10g) fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup (10g) fresh mint leaves
  • 12 sheets (150g) rice paper wrappers
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) tamarind paste
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5g) sriracha

Instructions:

  1. Combine the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, turmeric, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  2. Set the slow cooker to Low for 7 hours or High for 4 hours. The dal is ready when the lentils have completely softened into a thick, velvety puree.
  3. While the dal cools slightly, slice the carrots, cucumbers, and cabbage into thin, uniform strips and place them in separate bowls.
  4. Fill a shallow tray with warm water. Dip one rice paper sheet for 5–10 seconds until pliable but not overly soft, then lay it flat on a clean surface.
  5. Place 2 tbsp of the thickened dal in the center of the rice paper, then top with a pinch of carrots, cucumber, cabbage, and a few mint/cilantro leaves.
  6. Fold the sides inward and roll tightly from the bottom up.