Spicy Lentil Taco Filling

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups dry lentils, sorted and rinsed
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 2/3 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Method

1. 1 Cook lentils in 3 cups water for 10 minutes.
2. 2 Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes, adding more water if necessary.
3. 3 Serve with corn tortillas, or over rice or noodles.