SPICY RED LENTIL SPREAD

SERVES 1 PORTION

  • 1⁄4 cup (50 g) red lentils
  • 3/4 cup (150ml) vegetable stock
  • 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp. curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground coriander
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 drops of liquid smoke (optional from a delicatessen or online)
  • NUTRITIONAL VALUES

    Calories: 248kcal
    Fat: 8.2g (1.2g S.Fat)
    Carbs: 32.1g
    Protein: 13.2g
    Sugar: 1.9g
    Sodium: 1000mg

    METHOD

    Drain the lentils thoroughly after rinsing them in a strainer.

    In a small saucepan, bring the stock to a boil, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, then set aside to cool. Purée the lentils and any remaining stock with the spices, salt, oil, and liquid smoke (if using) in a handheld blender until smooth.

    Simply pack your favourite fresh bread to go with all of these spreads.
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