South African Cape Malay Spiced Lentil Bredie
African African - Southern African and Braai

South African Cape Malay Spiced Lentil Bredie

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Chargrilled over glowing charcoal embers with an authentic smoky char, served with handcrafted accompaniments and savoury reductions.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups brown lentils, rinsed
  • • 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • • 2 tbsp Cape Malay curry powder
  • • 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • • 3 cups vegetable stock
  • • 1 tsp salt and fresh coriander

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Fry onions and curry powder in oil for 5 minutes until fragrant.

2
Phase 2

Add lentils, potatoes, tomatoes, and vegetable stock; bring to a boil.

3
Phase 3

Cover and simmer on low for 35 minutes until lentils and potatoes are soft and creamy.

4
Phase 4

Season with salt, garnish with coriander, and serve with rotis.