CARIBBEAN STEWED LENTILS
This is one of my favourites from growing up in Trinidad. It's a great vegetarian dish and very healthy, as it has high levels of proteins, is a good source of iron, and also contains dietary fiber, folate, and vitamin B1. It also freezes very well if made in large batches. I usually serve mine with rice.
Provided by Yellsbells
Categories Lentil
Time 7h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For bagged lentils, follow the preparation listed on the bag, soaking if necessary. If using dried lentils, make sure to sift through them removing any debris and then soak in a bowl with water for a few hours or overnight.
- When the lentils are prepped, add them to a pot with enough water to cover them by about 2 inches.
- Add the garlic cloves (whole), hot pepper (whole), salt, black pepper, thyme and bouillon to the lentils and water, and heat to medium-high heat.
- Bring this to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer for about 45 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- In another pot, heat the oil at medium heat and saute the sliced onions until they are golden at the edges.
- Then gently (we're adding liquid to hot oil) add the cooked lentils to the pot (pour in everything).
- With a whisk or cooking spoon, stir to break down some of the lentils to thicken the consistency and create more of a sauce.
- Add the scallions, cilantro and butter and stir.
- Allow this to cook for about 20 more minutes or until the desired consistency is reached. I prefer mine to be like a thick soup.
- Don't forget to fish out the twig from the thyme before serving and enjoy.
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Md Hasib Tajsbdim
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy recipe. I followed the instructions exactly and it turned out perfect. The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making th
titin valencia
[email protected]I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Aiden Stelly
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. I will definitely be making this again.
King oliver
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy recipe. I followed the instructions exactly and it turned out perfect. The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making th
Evelyne Mandala
[email protected]I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Adnan rasheed
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Rashidu Mohammes6
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy recipe. I followed the instructions exactly and it turned out perfect. The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making th
Abdullah Zadran
[email protected]I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Prodip Kumar Prodip Prodip
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. I will definitely be making this again.
S2P GAMING
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this dish changed my mind. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Chidimma Muoneke
[email protected]This is one of my favorite lentil recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of lentils, coconut milk, and spices. It's a great meal to serve with rice or quinoa.
Callie Anderson
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The lentils were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this
stephen egunyu
[email protected]Absolutely delicious and easy to make! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely be making