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Method
Make it happen
- 01
Heat the oil and cook the diced onion for 7 minutes, until sweet and translucent.
- 02
Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander and turmeric for 1 minute, then add tomatoes, water and salt and simmer for 8 minutes.
- 03
Add washed lentils and extra water to the tomato spice base and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.
- 04
Once lentils have softened, fold in spinach and lemon juice; thin with hot water to the consistency you prefer.
- 05
Rinse the rice until the water runs almost clear. Add to a saucepan with 450 ml water, bring to the boil, cover and simmer on very low heat for 12 minutes; rest covered for 5 minutes.
- 06
Taste, adjust the seasoning and spoon the hot curry over the rice to serve.