A vibrant lentil chilli with butternut squash, coconut milk, and a medley of spices, perfect for a comforting meal.
Cook the lentils according to the packet instructions, then rinse, drain, and set aside.
Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and add the oil.
Gently fry the shallots until they become transparent.
Add the garlic, spices, pepper, chilli, and tomatoes, and fry for a few minutes over medium-low heat.
Stir in the lentils, squash, tahini, and honey.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir, then let the chilli simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, adding a little water if needed and stirring regularly.
Add the lime juice and soy sauce, then let it simmer for a further few minutes while stirring.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
Mix the ingredients for the yogurt sauce in a bowl.
Make the cucumber salad by combining the shaved cucumber and rice vinegar.
Drizzle the chilli with extra virgin olive oil, top with freshly chopped coriander, and serve with the cool yogurt sauce and salad.
Serve with hot sauce, rice, and lime wedges on the table for extras.