30-Minute Spicy Vegetarian Lentil Stew
 
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A quick and easy weeknight meal that packs quite a punch of flavour. Veggies stewed in a spicy tomato lentil sauce, topped with lemon juice, fresh parsley and crunchy almonds.
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Recipe type: Main
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • ½ Tbsp red curry paste
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 small zucchini, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 1 540g can lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 796mL can diced tomatoes
  • ¾ cup water
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • Slivered options, to serve
  • Parsley, chopped, to serve
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute onions and garlic in oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in red curry paste, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, stirring well. Add zucchini and red pepper and cook for 5 minutes.
  2. Add lentils, tomatoes (with juices) and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat, simmering for about 30 minutes until mixture has thickened.
  3. Remove from heat, then add lemon juice. Garnish with slices of fresh lemon, slivered almonds, and parsley.
Recipe by Port and Fin at https://portandfin.com/30-minute-spicy-vegetarian-lentil-stew/