Make creamy lentil stew at home with these steps

Lentils are an excellent source of B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.

They are also a great source of plant-based protein and fiber perfect for breakfast or dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Lentils (pre-boiled)
• 1/2 cup Coconut Milk
• 3 cups of Water
• 1 Onion medium
• 4 Garlic Cloves
• 1/2 inch Ginger
• 3 Tomatoes
• 2 strands of Cilantro/ Dhania
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 2 tsp Chili Powder or paprika
• 1 tsp Salt or as needed
• 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 4 tbsp. Vegetable Oil

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables by finely dicing the onion, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes.

Step 2

Add cooking oil to a sufuria, then add cumin seeds and sauté for a second.

Step 3

Add diced onion, garlic, and ginger till onions turn translucent. Add diced tomatoes until tomatoes are softened then add lentils, and simmer.

Step 4

When lentils are cooked add chili powder, salt, and turmeric and combine. Reduce the flame to low and add coconut milk

Step 5

Turn off the flame and when the curry is still hot, add Dhania and serve with your favorite chapati or rice.