Red Lentil Dal

A warming, budget-friendly bowl of spiced lentils — naturally vegan and freezer-friendly.

• 250 g red lentils
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 700 ml water or stock

Method

1. Rinse the lentils until the water runs clear.
2. Soften the onion and garlic in oil, then stir in the curry powder for a minute.
3. Add the tomatoes, lentils and water, then simmer for 25 minutes until thick, stirring now and then.
4. Season well and serve with rice or flatbread.