Curried Lentils With Mint Rice
- Ready In:
- 4hrs
- Ingredients:
- 13
- Serves:
-
4-6
ingredients
-
For the curried lentils
- 2 cups lentils
- 8 -10 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 cups baby carrots
- salt & pepper
-
For the mint rice
- 1 cup long grain brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped, plus extra for garnishing
directions
- To prepare the curried lentils:.
- Place lentils, stock, curry powder, chili flakes, fresh ginger, onion, garlic, carrots and potatoes in a slow cooker.
- Cook for 4-6 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low, or until lentils are cooked and carrots and potatoes are tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- To prepare the mint rice:.
- In a large saucepan, combine the two cups of water, olive oil and the rice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to a low and cover. Cook for about 35-40 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
- Remove saucepan from heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes, covered. Toss rice with the mint.
- To complete the dish:.
- Spoon some of the mint rice onto a plate and top with the lentils. Garnish with chopped mint on top and enjoy.
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