Name: Misir Bet Gomen Lentils With Collard Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Ingredients: 1 cup dried red lentils; 1 large bunch of collard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon ginger, grated; 2 tomatoes, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 4 cups vegetable broth; Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Rinse the dried red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the cumin, turmeric, and paprika, stirring well to coat the aromatics with the spices. Let the flavors bloom for a minute before moving on to the next step.
Add the rinsed red lentils to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer, covered, for about 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
Once the lentils are cooked, add the chopped collard greens and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the collard greens are wilted.
Season the Misir Bet Gomen with salt and pepper according to your preference. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve the Misir Bet Gomen hot, garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.

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