Packed with fragrant spices, this warming stew smells wonderful as it cooks.
Ingredients
1 finely chopped onion
1 finely chopped carrot
1 finely chopped red pepper
2 small sweet potatoes cubed
1 454ml can tomatoes
2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 cup dried red lentils
2tbsp minced garlic
1tbsp freshly grated ginger
Spices
11/2tsp salt
1/4tsp black pepper
1/4tsp ground cumin
2tbsp dried chopped onions
2tsp garlic powder
1/2tsp dried mustard powder
11/2tsp hot curry powder
Instructions
- Mix together all spices in a bowl and set aside
- Add onion, red pepper, carrot to a large stockpot and soften over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add a little water to prevent sticking.
- Add ginger and garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then add the spice mix, cooking until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes, broth and water and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the sweet potatoes and red lentils, stirring well before covering and cooking for 25 minutes. Check lentils and potatoes are cooked, adjust seasoning if needed and serve.
Serves 4