WARM SPICED LENTILS

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Categories     Bean

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup petite green lentils
1 small onion, peeled
4 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
1 (2-inch) lemon rind strip
1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil
3/4 cup chopped red onion
1 cup chopped seeded tomato
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Place lentils in a large saucepan, and cover with water to 2 inches above lentils. Stud whole onion with cloves. Add studded onion, bay leaves, and rind to pan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until lentils are just tender. Drain well. Discard onion, bay leaves, and rind. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chopped red onion; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato and the next 6 ingredients (through garlic); cook 2 minutes. Stir in lentils, cilantro, and parsley; cook 2 minutes. Stir in juice, salt, and black pepper. Serve warm with lemon wedges. Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 1/3 cup lentil mixture and 1 lemon wedge)

Noor Ul Wahab
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Beth Lumley
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat lentils. My kids loved it!


Keisha Goods
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it.


BD BABU VOLG
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This recipe is a bit too time-consuming for me.


Valentino Akol Tong Akol
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I would have liked this recipe more if it had been less spicy.


Niko Nikoo
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my lentils were still undercooked.


Dasrat Kumar
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my lentils turned out really bland.


Stephanie Osaebea
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I also added some chopped vegetables and it made a hearty and delicious soup.


Steve Wanaki
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting lentil recipes. This one definitely fits the bill.


Nona Lost
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Md Aiubali Md Aiubali
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These lentils were delicious! I served them over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Tekozuru Mottomo (Teko)
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I've tried many lentil recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices is perfect.


1Ami Cai
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lentils turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


Gwyn TV
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The spices were very flavorful.


Indrawoti Girit
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The lentils were a bit mushy for my taste, but the flavors were great.


mutale numba
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These lentils were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Sherjeel Jameel
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Onik Md
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Just made these lentils and they are amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex.


tufai Gujjar
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Easy to make and delicious! I used brown lentils and they turned out great. I also added a bit of chopped cilantro and it really brightened up the dish.


Raazik Moari
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These lentils were a hit! The spices were perfectly balanced and the lentils were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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