Curried Lentil Pie
Description
This savory pie features a hearty filling of green lentils, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers seasoned with coriander, cumin, and turmeric. The mixture is simmered until tender and encased in a flaky pastry that bakes to a perfect golden brown. It is a comforting, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly dish that serves as a substantial main course or a unique appetizer.Ingredients
Directions
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Salt & pepper In a large pot, heat oil.
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Fry onion & garlic for a couple of minutes.
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Add potatoes, carrots & bell pepper & continue to fry for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add spices & stir fry for a couple of seconds.
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Add lentils & tomato paste , stir quickly & add water.
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Cover, raise heat & bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat & simmer gently for 30 minutes.
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Add salt & pepper.
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Check the water levels & lentil consistency.
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Cook for another 15 minutes if lentils are not cooked.
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Remove from heat & let cool slightly.
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The mixture should be moist but not swimming in water.
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Roll out the pastry & line a 9" pie plate.
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Add the filling & cover with remaining pastry.
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Bake at 400F/200C for 30 to 40 minutes until the pastry is browned.
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Serve with chutney, chili sauce & a salad.
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Good cold.
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Very loosely drawn from "Entertaining with Cranks"
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 288.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.2g15%
- Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 80.4mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 45.4g16%
- Dietary Fiber 10.4g42%
- Sugars 7.1g
- Protein 11.0g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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