A protein rich in lentils is in no way inferior to its relatives from the family of legumes. That's just from what beans, peas and corn on our tables can be seen more often than this eastern culture? Often the underestimation of this legume is due to the simple inability to prepare it, but it's very simple, the main thing is to understand the varieties and recipes. For example, not so long ago we talked about how to make a salad of lentils of different varieties, as well as how to cook lentils with mushrooms .
How to cook a porridge of lentils, you will learn from this article.
How to cook lentil porridge?
Unlike other beans, lentils do not need pre-soaking, which significantly reduces cooking time and facilitates the life of all lovers of this culture. Dried seeds must be thoroughly rinsed before cooking, to get rid of debris, and then immerse in already boiling water, wait for the second boil of liquid and reduce the fire to a minimum. Salt lentils during cooking is not necessary, otherwise it will become hard and inedible, it is enough to salt already ready porridge and the grains perfectly absorb the taste.
Preparation of porridge from lentils can take different times depending on the cultivar: red Egyptian lentils should boil for 10-15 minutes, and French or brown will require 25-30 minutes for cooking. Do not forget to mix and try the porridge to determine the degree of readiness.
Porridge of red lentils with curry - recipe
Ingredients:
- red lentils - 200 g;
- onions - 1 pc .;
- carrots - 1 piece;
- vegetable oil - 2 tbsp. spoons;
- curry - 1 ½ tsp;
- ground cinnamon - ½ tsp;
- raisins - ½ st .;
- salt, pepper - to taste.
Preparation
Onions and carrots finely chopped and fried in vegetable oil until the transparency of the onion. Next, pour in the pan previously washed lentils, curry, pepper, soaked raisins and pour all the water at the rate of 1.5 glasses of water per 1 glass of lentils. Cooking porridge, stirring constantly, on low heat for 10-15 minutes or until soft. The prepared dish is salted and served to the table.
Porridge of red lentils
Ingredients:
- lentils - 1 item;
- water - 2 items;
- onion - 1 pc .;
- garlic - 4 cloves;
- ginger - 1 piece (about 2 cm);
- tomatoes - 2 pieces;
- grains of cumin - ½ tsp;
- mustard seeds - ½ tsp;
- paprika - ½ tsp;
- vegetable oil - 1 tbsp. a spoon.
Preparation
Before preparing the porridge from the lentils, fill the seeds with water and leave for 30 minutes.
After the time the water is drained off. In the saucepan pour 2 cups of water, add the diced onions, garlic plates, tomato cubes and pre-soaked lentils. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat, leaving the lentils cooked until soft for about 30 minutes.
While porridge we will cook spicy dressing: in a small bowl mix cumin and mustard seeds, paprika is poured into a separate container. On a hot frying pan, pour a tablespoon of oil, as soon as it starts to hiss, immediately throw on the pan of grain and cover the frying pan with a lid, after a few seconds, pour the paprika. The brewing mixture of spices should be on the fire for no more than 30 seconds, after which it can be poured to the already cooked lentil. The dish is ready! Serve it in small bowls, decorated with greens.
Porridge of green lentils
Ingredients:
- lentils - 450 g;
- olive oil - 4 tbsp. spoons;
- carrots - 1 piece;
- onion - 1 pc .;
- a stalk of celery - 1 piece;
- chili pepper - 2 pcs .;
- water, or broth - 5 items;
- sour cream - 2 tbsp. spoons;
- parsley - 1 bunch;
- lemon - 1 pc.
Preparation
Carrots, onions and celery are cut into cubes and fried in olive oil until soft (5-10 minutes). To fry pour pre-washed lentils, pour hot water or broth and add juice ½ lemon. Preparation of porridge from lentils will take about 20-25 minutes. Watch for the amount of liquid in the saucepan and pour it if necessary.
Ready lentils must be salted and slightly cooled, then add a little sour cream, chopped parsley and serve to the table. Bon Appetit!