Spiced Red Lentil Keema with Garlic Flatbreads
This week's budget-friendly recommendation is a clever plant-based twist on traditional keema, using red lentils for a protein-packed and fiber-rich meal. It delivers deep, warming spices and a satisfying texture that feels indulgent while being incredibly affordable and healthy.
In short
Spiced Red Lentil Keema with Garlic Flatbreads takes about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 11 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Dry red lentils250 g
- Onion, finely chopped1 large
- Carrots, finely diced2 pcs
- Garlic cloves, minced3 pcs
- Fresh ginger, grated1 tbsp
- Curry powder2 tbsp
- Canned crushed tomatoes400 g
- Vegetable stock500 ml
- Frozen peas150 g
- Whole wheat flatbreads4 pcs
- Greek yogurt4 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Heat a splash of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, garlic, and ginger, sautéing for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- 2
Stir in the curry powder and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, making sure the vegetables are well coated in the spice mix.
- 3
Add the red lentils, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable stock to the pan. Bring to a light boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the lentils are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid.
- 4
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. The consistency should be thick and chunky, similar to minced meat.
- 5
Quickly warm the flatbreads in a dry pan. Serve the lentil keema in bowls with a dollop of yogurt on top and the warm bread on the side for scooping.
Questions and answers
How long does Spiced Red Lentil Keema with Garlic Flatbreads take?
About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes prep and 20 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 11 ingredients: Dry red lentils, Onion, finely chopped, Carrots, finely diced, Garlic cloves, minced, Fresh ginger, grated, Curry powder …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
