Healthy Indian Stew with Rice and Lentils

This Indian Stew with rice and lentils create a complete protein in this one pot vegetarian meal. A combination of fresh vegetables and Indian spices give this stew a rich depth of flavor.

INGREDIENTS

– Dry brown lentils – Olive oil – Onion – Carrots – Brown rice

Step-by-step instructions!

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Bring lentils and 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes, or until lentils are firm-tender. Drain and transfer lentils to a bowl.

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Wipe out pot; heat oil over medium high. Sauté onion in oil for 4 minutes, or until golden.

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Add carrots and rice, and cook 3 minutes, or until rice is toasted and fragrant, stirring constantly.

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Add garlic, ginger and garam masala, and cook 1 minute more.

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Stir in tomatoes, broth, salt, and lentils, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 20 minutes, or until liquid is mostly absorbed and rice is tender.

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If you’re making this for kids, feel free to reduce/adjust the spices or make them a plain version without spices on the side!

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