Green Lentil Curry

If you are looking to have something a bit non-traditional for dinner, try this curry. I was a tad skeptical and almost skipped by this recipe, but something made me stop. I am glad that I did! This dish is simple, delicious, healthy and really quite beautiful. Plus, making this gives you an excuse to purchase naan (probably the reason I decided to make this recipe, actually - the Stonefire brand is delicious).

What you will Need:

-3 tablespoons canola oil

-2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced

-2 cloves of garlic, minced

-1 onion, chopped

-1 tablespoon curry powder

-1 large russet potato (peeled and chopped)
-4 carrots (peeled and chopped)

-1 cup green (or red) lentils

-4 cups chicken (or vegetable) broth

-chives

-salt and pepper

-naan and lime wedges, to serve

How you will Make This:

-Heat the canola oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. To the pot, add the garlic, ginger and onion. Cook, stirring, until softened (about 4 minutes). 

-Add the curry powder to the pot and mix until the vegetables are dredged. 

-Add the carrots, potato, lentils, broth and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. 

-Bring your concoction to a boil, then reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The vegetables should be tender. 

-Spoon the curry into shallow bowls and sprinkle with chives. Serve with the warmed naan and lime wedges.

Warning: Your house will smell of curry for at least one calendar day (but it's worth it!).

Enjoy your Thursday! :)

Recipe adapted slightly from here.