Ingredients

  • 700 g chicken thigh fillets, sliced thinly (1.5 pounds approx.)
  • 12 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped coarsely
  • 4 teaspoons lemon rind, finely grated
  • 4 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 14 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped finely
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup red lentil, rinsed in water (200 grams)
  • 2 12 cups chicken stock (630 mls)
  • 200 g baby spinach leaves (7oz)
  • 12 cup of fresh mint, coarsely chopped
  • 12 cup fresh coriander, coarsely chopped (leaves)
  • 4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 13 cup yogurt

Method

  • Combine chicken, parsley, lemon rind, spices, onoion and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large bowl.
  • Heat a wok or a large frying pan.
  • Stir-fry chicken in small batches, until chicken is browned and cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, combine lentils and stock in a medium sized saucepan.
  • Bring to the boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for about 8 minutes or until the lentils are just tender.
  • Drain.
  • Place lentils in a large bowl with the spinach, coriander, mint and combined vinegar and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Toss gently to combine.
  • Serve chicken mixture on the lentil mixture, drizzle with yogurt and sprinkle with some extra green herbs for presentation.