Spiced Lentil Stew with Turmeric Rice

A comforting and nutritious Indian-inspired lentil stew served with fragrant turmeric-infused rice.

Steps

1. In a pot, sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant. Add the carrots, potatoes, cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes. 2. Add the red lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender. 3. In another pot, combine the basmati rice, water, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. 4. Serve the spiced lentil stew over the turmeric rice. Enjoy!

For the Lentil Stew: - 1/2 cup red lentils - 1 small onion, diced - 1 carrot, chopped - 1 small potato, diced - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 tsp cumin powder - 1 tsp turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp garam masala - 2 cups vegetable broth - Salt and pepper to taste For the Turmeric Rice: - 1/2 cup basmati rice - 1 cup water - 1/2 tsp turmeric powder - Salt to taste