Spiced Lentil and Vegetable Galette with Tamarind Glaze

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   Gradually add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.

   ~3 min
3. 3

   Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

   ~30 min
4. 4

   Meanwhile, cook the red lentils in 3 cups of water until tender and most of the water is absorbed. Drain any excess water.

   ~20 min
5. 5

   Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

   ~5 min
6. 6

   Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

   ~1 min
7. 7

   Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. Cook for 30 seconds.

   ~1 min
8. 8

   Add the cooked lentils and mixed vegetables to the pan. Season with salt and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.

   ~7 min
9. 9

   Stir in fresh cilantro. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

10. 10

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

    ~5 min
11. 11

    On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rough 12-inch circle.

    ~3 min
12. 12

    Transfer the dough to the prepared baking tray.

    ~1 min
13. 13

    Spoon the lentil and vegetable filling onto the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.

    ~2 min
14. 14

    Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as you go to create a rustic galette shape.

    ~3 min
15. 15

    Brush the crust with the beaten egg.

    ~1 min
16. 16

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.

    ~30 min
17. 17

    While the galette is baking, prepare the tamarind glaze. In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, brown sugar, and water. Heat over low heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved and glaze has thickened slightly.

    ~5 min
18. 18

    Once the galette is out of the oven, brush generously with the warm tamarind glaze.

    ~1 min
19. 19

    Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

    ~5 min