How To Cook Lentils African Style | Red Lentil Easy & Delicious Recipe | Easy Vegan Red Lentil Dish

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock is fresher and can be cheaper.

Rinse red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

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

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add chopped tomato and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Add rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot, bringing to a boil.

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

Stir occasionally, adding more broth or water if necessary to prevent sticking.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.

Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice for brightness.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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