Preparation

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Place the lentils in a large bowl.

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Cover with plenty of cold water, cover and leave to soak overnight.

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The soaking water will become cloudy and the lentils will swell up. Remove any floating lentils from the surface of the water.

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Tip the lentils into a sieve and allow to drain.

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Peel and finely dice the onion.

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Heat the oil in a large pan and saute the onion until golden.

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Peel and dice the carrot and celery.

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Add to the onions and saute for a few minutes. Mix the caraway and coriander and scatter over the vegetables.

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Sprinkle with some lemon juice and pour in the stock.

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Add the drained lentils to the pan, cover and simmer for 45 minutes over a medium heat.

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Peel and finely chop the garlic.

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Add to the pan.

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Wash and dice the courgettes.

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Add to the lentils for the last 10 minutes cooking time.

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Add a little extra water If needed.

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Wash the spring onions and cut them into fine rings.

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Add to the pan and season with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Garnish with a lemon wedge.