SPICED LENTILS AND POACHED EGGS

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Categories     Bean     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Poach     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup dried small red lentils
3 cups water
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped tomato
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon white vinegar
4 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain; discard bay leaf. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add onion and tomato; sauté 8 minutes or until onion is tender. Add curry, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, red pepper, and garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Add lentils; cook 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add water to a large skillet, filling two-thirds full; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer. Add vinegar to pan. Break eggs into custard cups. Gently pour eggs into pan; cook 3 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Carefully remove eggs from pan using a slotted spoon. Place about 3/4 cup lentil mixture on each of 4 plates; top each serving with 1 poached egg. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon yogurt and 1 1/2 teaspoons cilantro.

Hafsat Hassan
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This recipe is a great option for a vegetarian or vegan meal. The lentils are a good source of protein, and the poached eggs can be replaced with tofu or another plant-based protein.


John Noble
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of protein. The lentils are packed with protein, and the poached eggs are also a good source of protein. I also like that this recipe is relatively low in calories.


NOOB GAMAR
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook lentils, and this recipe is a great option. The lentils are cooked in a flavorful broth, and the poached eggs add a touch of richness. I also love the way the spices come together to create a warm and inviting


Irving Cortez
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This recipe is a great option for a quick and easy meal. I often make it for breakfast or lunch. The lentils are packed with protein, and the poached eggs are a good source of healthy fats. I also like that this recipe is relatively low in calories.


Ahmbi Love
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of lentils, and I've also added different vegetables. It's always turned out great. I think this recipe would also be good with a fried egg instead of a poached egg.


Mohamen Jan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some leftover lentils from a previous meal, and I decided to try this recipe. I'm glad I did! The lentils were delicious, and the poached eggs were a nice addition.


Sunday Elohor
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my lentils turned out mushy. The poached eggs were also overcooked. I think I'll try this recipe again, but I'll be more careful with the cooking times.


Hasanur Rahman
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The lentils were cooked well, and the poached eggs were nice and runny. I think next time I'll use less chili powder.


Tracy Waltman
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I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe! I'm not a big fan of lentils, but these were cooked perfectly and had a great flavor. The poached eggs were also cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again!


Carol Austin
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I make it all the time for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The lentils are so hearty and filling, and the poached eggs add a touch of richness. I also love the way the spices come together to create a warm and invitin


Nana Ijeoma
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I'm not much of a cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The lentils were a bit bland for me, so I added some extra cumin and chili powder. The poached eggs were a nice touch, and I topped it all off with some chopped cilantro


Rihon Khan
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This recipe is an absolute winner! The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the poached eggs were perfectly cooked. I loved the combination of spices, and the whole dish came together in no time.