Egyptian Lentil Stew

Ingredients

• 227 gLentil
• 220 gOnion
• 60 mlOlive oil
• 1920 mlWater
• 4 gSalt
• 1 gSoup seasoning mix
• 2.3 gCumin
• 2 gCoriander
• 60 gLemon

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare

   • Peel and finely chop the onions.
   • Cut the lemon in half and juice it.
2. 2

   Sauté

   • Put the chopped onions and olive oil into a large pot.
   • Sauté over low–medium heat until the onions turn translucent and slightly golden.
3. 3

   Cook

   • Add water, red lentils, salt (or 4 tbsp soup mix if using), ground cumin and ground coriander.
   • Stir and raise heat to a gentle simmer (do not boil).
   • Let simmer for about 60 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
4. 4

   Finish

   • Remove the pot from the heat so it stops cooking.
   • Stir in the lemon juice.
   • Taste and serve with extra cumin or lemon to preference.