Trinidadian

Spiced Lentil Stew with Lime

Name: Spiced Lentil Stew with Lime
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Trinidadian
Ingredients: 1 cup lentils, rinsed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp turmeric; 2 cups water; 1 lime, juiced; salt to taste

A warm and spiced lentil stew with a zesty lime finish, a Trinidadian comfort food.

35 minutes4 servings

Method

In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add ginger, cumin, and turmeric.
Stir in lentils and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
Stir in lime juice and salt. Cook for 5 more minutes.
Serve hot with rice or bread.

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