A hearty and creamy red lentil and rice stew that’s perfect for a cozy meal. This dish combines the earthiness of lentils with the creaminess of cheese and crème fraîche, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 dl rice (jasmin or basmati are probably both fine)
• 3-4 dl red lentils (get the cheapest dried ones you can find)
• 3-4 carrots
• 2 packages (400 g each) crushed tomatoes
• 3-4 tablespoons red curry paste (or however much you like, more == better IMO)
• grated cheese, doesn’t need to be anything fancy if you don’t feel like it
• 2.5 dl creme fraiche

Instructions:

1. Add the rice and lentils to a large pot, add water until it more than covers the lentils and rice. Around double the amount in volume, probably.
2. Bring to a boil and let simmer for a while until the lentils and rice start to soften
3. Peel and slice carrots while it’s simmering, add to the pot with everything else
4. Add the crushed tomatoes and the curry paste, you should achieve a fairly thick consistency
5. Let simmer for a bit longer to allow the flavours to meld
6. Add the grated cheese and creme fraiche to achieve a creamier consistency.

This recipe makes a large batch, perfect for leftovers or meal prepping. Adjust the amount of curry paste based on your spice preference.