Adas bil-samak (lentilles au poisson)

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water, then drain them.
2. Fry the thinly sliced onions in the oil until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
3. Add the grated tomato, the tomato paste and the turmeric, then fry for 3 minutes.
4. Pour in the water, add the lentils, the cumin and the salt, then bring to the boil.
5. Simmer for 20 minutes over medium-low heat until the lentils are tender.
6. Cut the fish into large chunks, season with lemon, salt and pepper.
7. Place the fish pieces into the lentil pot and cover for 10 minutes.
8. Serve hot with bread and lemon wedges.