Step 1

Place 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, fresh chilli and capsicum and cook until softened. Add the chilli flakes, cinnamon, cumin and thyme and cook for a further minute.

Step 2

Reduce heat to low and add the garlic, beans, lentils, tomatoes, tomato paste and remaining oil.

Step 3

Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove lid and cook for a further 5 minutes or until thickened.

Step 4

Stir through the parsley and serve with warm flour tortillas or steamed rice and sprinkled with grated cheese, if desired.