Ethiopian Misir Wat with Millet & Charred Broccolini

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup red lentils, dried
• 1/2 medium onion, diced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp berbere spice blend
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1/2 cup millet, dry
• 1 cup water, for millet
• 1 1/2 cups broccolini, fresh
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 pinch sea salt, to taste
• 1 pinch black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 tbsp lemon juice, fresh

Instructions

1. 1

   Start cooking millet: Bring 1 cup water to boil, add millet, reduce to simmer, cover and cook 15-18 minutes until tender and fluffy.

2. 2

   While millet cooks, heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté 4-5 minutes until softened and lightly golden.