Fasteners
1 15-ounce can of reduced-fat coconut milk
1 1/2 tbsp. vegetable broth concentrate
1 tablespoon curry spice
1 tablespoon turmeric
1/2 tsp. of cardamom
3 tablespoons ground fresh ginger
authentic salt
1 1/2 c. yellow split peas, rinsed
15-ounce can of diced tomatoes
2 lb. butternut squash, peeled and chopped into 1⁄2-inch cubes (approximately 4 cups)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons of lemon juice plus 1 teaspoon of zest (from 1 lemon)
2 large scallions, finely chopped
Rice and unflavored yogurt, for accompaniment.
Bearings .
In the bowl of a 6-quart slow cooker, combine coconut milk, vegetable bouillon base, curry powder, turmeric, cardamom, 1 tablespoon of ground ginger, 4 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt, whisking until blended.
Incorporate split peas, tomatoes (with their liquid), butternut squash, and onion, and mix to combine.
Cook, covered, until most of the liquid has evaporated and lentils are tender, 6 to 7 hours on low or 41⁄2 to 5 hours on high.
Prepare lemon-scallion seasoning:
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, chopped scallions, 2 tablespoons ground ginger, and 1⁄4 teaspoon salt, whisking until blended.
Accompany the stew with rice and a dollop of yogurt, as desired.
Lemon-scallion drizzle over the shower. Relish it!