Name: Turkey Apple Curry Dai
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp oil (or butter); ½ tsp cayenne pepper (or chili powder); 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 large onion (diced); 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped); 1 tbsp fresh ginger (finely chopped); 1 large apple (unpeeled, grated); 1 large tomato (chopped); 1 bell pepper (diced); 1½ cups dried red lentils (or black lentils or a mix); 1 can coconut milk (14 oz); 2½ cups turkey stock; 2 cups cooked turkey (chopped); salt and pepper; 2 tbsp lemon juice; ¼ cup seeds (chopped nuts, or toasted coconut); 8 dollops plain yogurt; 2 tbsp cilantro (mint, or basil)

In a large saucepot over medium-high heat, add the oil and then add the cayenne, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. Stir the spices until toasted and fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.

Add the apple, tomato, bell pepper and lentils and stir to coat in oil and spices.

Add the coconut milk and stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and mushy, 20 to 25 minutes.

Add in cooked turkey to heat through then season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice, if using. Serve with garnishes, if desired.