How To Make Ades/Msir Alicha Vegetarian

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils provide more fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: none

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat.

Rinse lentils under cold water until clear.

Chop onion, garlic, and ginger finely.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add turmeric, cumin, and coriander, stirring for 1 minute to toast spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Add lentils and reduce heat to low, simmering for 20-25 minutes until tender.

Stir in chopped carrot and spinach, cooking until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

Season with salt and lemon juice to taste.

Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.

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