Red Lentil Curry

Ingredients

• 2 cups red lentils
• 3 cups water , or more as needed
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large onion , diced
• 2 tablespoons curry paste
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 can tomato puree , 14.25 ounce

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Wash lentils in cold water until water runs clear.

3. 3

   Put lentils in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer, adding water as needed to keep lentils covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.

4. 4

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions in hot oil until caramelized, about 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Mix together curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, and ginger in a large bowl; stir into onions.

6. 6

   Increase heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in tomato puree and lentils; cook until warmed through.

8. 8

   Serve and enjoy!