Lenten Lentil Curry

Ingredients

• green lentils — 200 g
• vermicelli — 50 g
• curry powder — 1 tsp
• paprika powder — 0.5 tsp
• cinnamon powder — 0.5 tsp
• ground sumac — 0.5 tsp

Steps

1. Thoroughly rinse the lentils and drain the water.
2. Put the lentils in the pot, and add 1 L (0.26 gal) of water.
3. Bring to a boil, and gently boil for about 15-20 minutes.
4. Drain the water.
5. Add the other ingredients to the pot.
6. Add 1½-2 tsp of salt and a little bit of ground black pepper.
7. Add 0.5 L (0.13 gal) of boiling water.
8. Simmer for about 10 minutes.