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Ethiopian Lentil Curry
Munchin with Munchkin
6 minutes
5 servings
Beginnerhttp://munchinwithmunchkin.wordpress.com/2011/05/11/ethiopian-lentil-curry/
Total Steps
5
Ingredients
11
Tools Needed
3
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- 1/4 cup plain yogurt(optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite size pieces
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1 can tomato paste
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon amchar masala
- 2 tablespoons masala molida (berbere)
Instructions
1
Step 1
until translucent; 1 minute
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute.
2
Step 2
5 minutes
Combine cauliflower, peas, and lentils in the pot, sprinkle with amchar masala and masala molida, and sauté.
3
Step 3
Pour crushed tomatoes and tomato paste into the pot and stir to combine. Add about 2 cups of water and bring the curry to a boil.
4
Step 4
about an hour
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer on low until lentils are tender.
5
Step 5
Mix in plain yogurt and serve immediately.
Tools & Equipment
large pot
stove
stirring spoon