Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked brown lentils
  • 5 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 5 ounces spinach, stalks removed and leaves finely shredded
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon rind, finely grated
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, finely chopped (cilantro)

Method

  • Place the lentils in a large pan with 5 cups water.
  • Bring to a boil, and then simmer uncovered for one hour.
  • Rinse, drain, and set aside.
  • In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat; add in the onion and garlic, and cook until golden.
  • Add spinach and cook for two minutes more.
  • Add the lentils, cumin, lemon rind, stock, and 2 cups water to the pan.
  • Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  • Add the coriander before serving.