Pumpkin Curry with Lentils and Apples

Ingredients

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• 2 cups red lentils
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• 3 cups water, or more as needed
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• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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• 1 large onion, diced
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• 2 tablespoons curry paste
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• 1 tablespoon curry powder
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• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
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• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
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• 1 teaspoon chili powder
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• 1 teaspoon salt
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• 1 teaspoon white sugar
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• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
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• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
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• 1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree
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Instructions

1. 1
   Gather all ingredients.
2. 2
   Wash lentils in cold water until water runs clear.
3. 3
   Put lentils in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer, adding water as needed to keep lentils covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
4. 4
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions in hot oil until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Mix together curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, and ginger in a large bowl; stir into onions.
6. 6
   Increase heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in tomato puree and lentils; cook until warmed through.
8. 8
   Serve and enjoy!