Sig's Okra and Lentil Stew

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   First wash and thoroughly dry the okra, if using fresh okra, this is an important step when preparing okra.

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   Then cut the stem end into a pencil like shape without piercing or breaking the skin.

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   Add some butter into pan and fry the okra for about 5 minutes from all sides .

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   Add the sliced onions.

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   With a potato peeler slice the whole of the carrot into the pan , then chop the courgette into the pan add the lentils and the tikka spice.

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   Add half the passata.

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   Add the red pepper and the rest of the passata, simmer gently until it thickens to your liking .

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   I like okra and vegetables in general to still have a crunch, so I make sure I not overcook them .

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   This was really great with rice, but I can think that this would also work very well with a spice mix from Morocco, with cinnamon and such and couscous .

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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