Indian Lentil Stew

- 500g/1.1lb mixed vegetables (mainly potatoes and carrots), chopped
- 200g/7 oz of this amount should be potatoes, peeled and chopped,
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped.
- 250g/8.8 oz dried red lentils (about 1 cup US/240ml EU)
- 250ml/1 cup EU/240 ml US crushed tomatoes
- 250ml/1 cup EU/240ml US coconut milk
- 240 ml/1 cup EU/1 cup US water
- 35g/1.2 oz baby spinach leaves
- 15ml/1 tbsp rapeseed oil
- 15ml/1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3g/0.1 oz grated fresh ginger (about 1 tsp)
- 6g/0.2 oz garlic, peeled and minced (about 2 cloves)
- 3g/0.1 oz ground coriander (about 1/2 tsp)
- 2g/0.07 oz turmeric (about 1/2 tsp)
- 2g/0.07 oz ground cumin (about 1/2 tsp)
- 1g/0.035 oz cayenne pepper (about 1/2 tsp)
- 1 vegetable broth cube
- Salt (unknown amount)
1. Peel the potatoes and chop them into bite-sized pieces, then peel and chop the carrot in a similar size.
2. Finely chop the onion and garlic after peeling them.
3. Carefully remove the seeds from the cayenne pepper, then finely chop it.
4. Heat 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, approximately 180°F (82°C).
5. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the saucepan, cooking them until softened, which should take around 5 minutes.
6. Next, add the chopped carrot, potatoes, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of coriander, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, and the chopped cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
7. Now add 14 ounces (410g) of crushed tomatoes, 1 cup (240 ml) of water, 1/2 cup (120 ml) of coconut milk, and 1 vegetable broth cube to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
8. Stir in a handful of baby spinach leaves and cook until they're wilted. Season the dish with salt and a squeeze of lime juice to taste.
9. Serve hot, accompanied by warm naan bread and garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
- large saucepan
- cutting board
- knife
- wooden spoon
- vegetable peeler
- garlic press
- measuring cups and spoons
Leave a Comment
Thank you for your comment! It has been submitted and is awaiting review.