Easy Lentil Curry

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp Mild curry powder
• 250g Red lentils, rinsed
• 1 x 400g tin Chopped tomatoes
• 750ml Vegetable stock, hot
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 250g Long-grain rice, to serve

You’ll need: Large saucepan, Medium saucepan

Method

1. 1

   Cook the rice according to the packet instructions.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onion for 5 minutes until soft. Add the garlic, ginger and curry powder and cook for 1 minute, stirring.

3. 3

   Add the lentils, tomatoes and stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, partly covered, for 18–20 minutes, stirring often, until the lentils are soft and the curry is thick. Add a splash of water if it gets too thick.

4. 4

   Stir in the lemon juice and salt, taste, and serve with the rice.