Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil on medium high.

Step 2

Add the onion, garlic and ginger. Sauté, reducing heat as needed, until the onion is translucent. About 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the curry powder, salt, turmeric, garam masala, cayenne and black pepper. Stir to combine with the onions, garlic and ginger.

Step 4

Let sauté for another minute. Then pour in the coconut milk, tomato sauce and broth. Stir to fully combine everything.

Step 5

Bring to a simmer, then pour in the dried lentils. Stir to combine. Reduce heat so you have a soft boil, then cover.

Step 6

Simmer covered for about 20 minutes. Uncover, stir and then recover and simmer for about 10-15 more minutes or until the lentils are tender.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice, then taste and adjust seasonings, adding more lemon, salt and/ or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the lentil curry over rice if desired. You can top with cilantro and serve with naan as well if you want.