Weeknight Fijian Pan-Fried Lentils Fritters

Assemble the ingredients: lentils, chili, stock, cumin, potato, butter, garlic.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the lentils and cook until pan-fried.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Fijian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Fijian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.