Red Lentil Dahl

3 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tbsp hot curry paste
2 14 oz cans of Italian roma tomatoes
1 cup red lentils
3 cups water
1 cinnamon stick

1. In a large pot, heat oil on medium heat, add onion, garlic and curry paste and cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add tomatoes, lentils, water and cinnamon stick; cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are soft, about 30-45 minutes.
3. Serve as a side dish, or over rice.

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