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All-In-One Nigella-Spiced Whole Tomato Dhal

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In this simple one-pot dhal, the cumin-spiced onion softens while the dhal cooks and infuses with the whole cherry tomatoes and their vines – hands free and completely delicious. You could add a couple of tablespoons of coconut cream at the end for richness if you wish, but it is perfect as it is with flatbreads or buttery basmati rice.

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Ingredients

cherry tomatoes on the vine
red lentils, rinsed
nigella (black onion) seeds
boiling water
sea salt flakes (optional)
onion, finely sliced
ground cumin
ground coriander
olive or vegetable oil
lemon, juice only
flatbreads or basmati rice, to serve

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