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Chipotle Lentils

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 250 g brown rice
  • salt
  • olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves peeled + finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp chipotle paste see notes
  • 2 x 400 g tins of chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce or tamari
  • 240 ml vegetable stock
  • 2 x 250 g pouches of puy lentils, see notes
  • 1 lime
  • 2 cobs of corn

For the coriander dressing:

  • 60 g coriander large stalks removed
  • 300 g plant-based yoghurt we use oat
  • 1/2 lime zest + juice

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice under water, then add it to a saucepan with 480ml (2 cups) of cold water and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil, then cover and simmer for 25-35 mins or until cooked.
  • Meanwhile, add a splash of olive oil to a large pan or a casserole pot on a medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes or until it begins to brown.
  • Next stir in the chipotle paste and cook for a minute, then pour in the chopped tomatoes. Add a splash of water to each empty tin, swirl it around to collect any leftover tomato juices, then pour the water into the pot, followed by the soy sauce and vegetable stock. Stir well, then simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Meanwhile, make the coriander dressing. To a blender, add the coriander, yoghurt, lime zest and juice, followed by a small pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, then set aside.
  • Next, add the cobs of corn to boiling water and cook for 4-6 minutes, turning halfway until the corn is bright yellow, then remove from the water and slice into 2cm (0.8”) pieces.
  • When the sauce is ready, stir in the lentils and juice from half of the lime. Give the chipotle lentils a taste and - if necessary - season with salt (we find some brands of chipotle paste can be very salty!).
  • To plate up, add the rice to bowls, top with the chipotle lentils, corn and coriander dressing. Slice the remaining half of lime into wedges, then add to the bowls for serving. Enjoy!