Berbere Lentils
A spiced lentil base combining warm berbere spices, vegetable broth, and tender legumes. Serve over a choice of grains or vegetables for a complete dish.
Ingredients
Method
Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside. Dice onion, mince garlic and ginger, and dice carrot.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add berbere spice blend and tomato paste, stirring constantly for 1 minute to combine.
Pour in vegetable broth and add lentils and carrot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender. Stir occasionally.
Season with salt and stir in honey if using. Taste and adjust spices as desired.
Stir in lemon juice and top with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition, per serving
Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.
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