# What You Need:
→ Grains & Legumes
01 - 1 cup whole wheat berries, rinsed
02 - 1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
→ Aromatics & Vegetables
03 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
06 - 2 medium carrots, diced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
08 - 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
09 - 4 cups vegetable broth
→ Spices
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
12 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
13 - 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
14 - 1 teaspoon garam masala
15 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
17 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Finishing Touches
18 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
20 - Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for serving (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add diced carrots and red bell pepper; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Sprinkle in cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, smoked paprika, and chili flakes. Stir continuously for 1 minute to release aromatic oils.
05 - Add rinsed whole wheat berries and lentils. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring thoroughly and scraping up any browned bits from the pot bottom.
06 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45 to 50 minutes, or until wheat berries and lentils are tender and the curry has thickened. Stir occasionally, adding additional broth or water as needed.
07 - Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in lemon juice and half of the chopped cilantro.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with the remaining cilantro and a dollop of yogurt if desired.
