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Lentil Broth in lemon and herb

This Mediterranean Broth leans on lemon and herb to do the heavy lifting. We stir-fry the Lentil for real depth, then bring it together in one pan.

4.7 from 2,604 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook30 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Lentil Broth in lemon and herb
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the lemon and herb elements, and pat the lentil dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the dried lentils and stir-fry until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the capers and the rest of the lemon and herb flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the courgette along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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