Red Lentils with Zucchini

Red Lentils with Zucchini

1 cup red lentils
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
2 tsp fresh peeled grated ginger
3 garlic cloves, peeled and mashed
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch rounds then halved crosswise
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 to 1/2 tsp cayenne (I used 1/2)

Boil lentils in 3 cups of water in a large pot, being careful not to let them
boil over, and skimming off the froth that rises. Add the turmeric and stir, cover partly,
simmer on low for about 20 mins or until lentils are tender.

Put the onion a skillet over medium heat with some liquid, (water or brothe) and, when hot, stir in the cumin and paprika for a few seconds, continue to stir until onion is medium
brown. Add ginger, garlic, and stir for another minute, then add zucchini, pepper, cayenne and lentils.
Stir gently to mix, simmer until zucchini is tender.