Ingredients

• 5 cups asst raw vegetables, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (potato, pumpkin, sweet potato, green beans are a nice combo)
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 (440 g) can tomatoes
• 3/4 cup red lentil
• 2 cups water
• 2 vegetable bouillon cubes
• 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds (optional)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
• 1 teaspoon crushed ginger

Instructions

1. Heat oil and saute onion and garlic in sacuepan for 2 minutes or until onion has softened.

2. Add all spices and saute for a further minute or so.

3. Add all other ingredients and simmer covered, stirring every few minutes for about 25 minutes or until vegetables and lentils are cooked.