Thursday

Curried Lentil Dip

 

Delicious ... hmmmmm ...

what you need: 

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped 
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 tsp ginger powder 
  • 2 teaspoons Madras curry powder
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste 
  • 1 cup (180 g) lentils (red or yellow)
  • 1 1/4 cup (300 ml) vegetable broth 
  • 200 ml coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter 
  • 1½ tbsp lemon or lime juiced (1/2 lemon)
  • salt and pepper to taste


what to do:

  1. Rinse and drain lentils 
  2. Sauté onions and garlic in oil for a couple minutes until onion is translucent. 
  3. Add ginger, curry powder, tomato paste and lentils and sauté for 1-2 minutes. 
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the lentils are soft.
  6. Stir in peanut butter and lemon juice.
  7. Season with salt and pepper. 
  8. Use a food processor or hand blender to smooth it.
  9. If necessary add water or more coconut milk to your liking.


To serve spread on a plate leaving some border so the olive oil does not run out easily. Half an inch thick is good. Drizzle with olive oil, and ass any toppings you like. Ideas: sesame seeds, cherry tomatoes sliced or chopped tomatoes, jalapeño, and parsley. 


Good on bread and toast.