Lamb with Spiced Lentils

This dish is perfect for any special occasion when you're short of time but you really want to impress.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1 x 450g pack lean boneless lamb leg steaks, fat removed
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin or garam masala
  • 1 x 400g can green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 x 400g can cherry or chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped coriander

Method

  1. Heat half the oil in a large non-stick pan and cook the onions with the cumin or garam masala for 2-3 minutes, or until soft.
  2. Add the lentils and tomatoes.  Season and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Remove from the heat and stir through the herbs.
  3. Meanwhile, heat a non-stick griddle pan, season the steaks, rub with the remaining oil and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side.
  4. Arrange the lamb slices on top of the lentil mix, spoon any remaining meat juices from the pan over the lamb and serve with seasonal green vegetables.