Spiced Lentil Stew

Prepare the Ingredients 1. Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water. 2. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.

Cooking the Stew 3. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent. 4. Add the rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine. 5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. 6. Let the stew simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the stew has thickened, stirring occasionally.

Serve 7. Once the stew is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. 8. Serve the spiced lentil stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley or a dollop of vegan yogurt if desired.