FLIK at Home: Spiced Lentils

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: pulses

Split peas are often less expensive and have a similar texture.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor but vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

ginger

🥗Healthier: fresh ginger

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley can provide a similar fresh flavor.

Heat coconut oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add chopped red onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and fresh ginger; cook until fragrant.

Add turmeric, red chili flakes, and cumin; toast the spices briefly.

Mix in chopped fresh tomatoes and canned tomatoes; cook for a few minutes.

Add rinsed green lentils and chicken bone broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Stir in chopped cilantro and jalapeno before serving.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.

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