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Rinse red lentils under cold water and drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and berbere spice, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Add rinsed lentils and water, bringing to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Serve the spicy lentils garnished with chopped cilantro.

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