Indian Dhal (Lentils)

Ingredients

• 2 tsps cumin seedsNutrition
• 1 tsp curry powderNutrition
• 2 tsps turmericNutrition
• 1 tsp olive oilNutrition
• 2 cloves garlic, crushedNutrition
• 4 cups chicken stockNutrition
• 10 medium mushrooms, choppedNutrition
• 1 medium onion, choppedNutrition
• 1 medium green sweet peppersNutrition
• 1 cup red lentilsNutrition

Directions

1. 1Cover lentils with boiling water and allow to stand for 15 minutes.
2. 2Heat olive oil in a pan and cook onions and garlic for 2 minutes.
3. 3Add cumin seeds, turmeric and curry powder. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4Add mushrooms and green pepper. Stirfry for a further 2 minutes.
5. 5Add stock and lentils. Cook over medium heat for 35-45 minutes, or until dhal thickens.
6. 6Stir frequently to avoid sticking.

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