Mixed dhal

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic, ginger, chilli, ground cumin, coriander and turmeric and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant.
2. Add lentils, peas, puree, stock, 1 1/2 cups (375ml) water and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. Add pumpkin and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until just tender.
3. Stir in spinach and milk and cook for 1–2 minutes or until spinach has wilted and dhal is warmed through. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve topped with fresh coriander leaves.