Dinner, Lunch

SERVES:

DIFFICULTY:
Easy

PREP TIME:
5

COOK TIME:
35

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 brown onion finely chopped
3 clove garlic roughly chopped
1½ cup dried red lentils
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp curry powder
1 L vegetable stock
200 ml coconut milk
150 g baby spinach leaves
4 eggs free range
fresh coriander (cilantro) large handful, roughly chopped
low GI wraps to serve

Method

Heat the oil in a large frying pan, over a medium heat.
Add the onion, garlic and a good pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often for 2-3 minutes, then add the tomato paste, curry powder, lentils and stir them through, cooking for another 1 minute.
Add the stock and cook, stirring often, for 20-25 minutes, until the lentils are creamy and softened.
Stir through 2/3 of the coconut milk and baby spinach, cooking to just wilt. Adjust the seasoning to taste then crack the 4 eggs into the simmering dhal.
Cover and cook on a low heat for 6-7 minutes to cook the eggs to your liking.
Finish the dhal with the remaining coconut milk, coriander and serve with Low GI wraps if desired.

Notes

Recipe courtesy of Tom Walton

Please note the serving size listed is to be used as a guide only. Consider your own individual nutrient and carbohydrate requirements and adjust the serving size as required. If you are unsure of your requirements consult an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) for personalises advice.

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