Contributed by (Recipe adapted from “All Vegetarian Recipes” at www.allvegetarianrecipes.com)

Ingredients

1 1/2 C split Red lentils
2 1/2 C Vegetable stock
1 small Bay leaf
2 Tbs Sunflower oil
1 Onion, chopped
1 Green bell pepper, chopped
1 Garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp ground Cumin
1/2 tsp Turmeric
1/2 tsp Chili powder
1/2 tsp ground Coriander (cilantro)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Put the lentils in a saucepan with the stock and bay leaf. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes until almost tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a separate pan. Add the onion, pepper and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes until golden and tender. Stir in the spices and fry for a further minute. Add to the cooked lentils and cook for a further 5 minutes, stirring. Season to taste.

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