Braised Lentils Recipe

Name: Braised Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 100 grams, dried Lentils; 2 tbsp Onions (minced); 1 tbsp Olive oil; 200 ml Water; 2 tsp White wine vinegar; 2 tsp Salt; 1 to tatse Pepper; 1 Bay leaf; 1 Hot water; 1 Black peppercorns; 1 Extra virgin olive oil (for finishing)

Servings: persons

1
Soak the lentils in plenty of water for about 30 minutes.
2
Rinse to discard impurities and drain in a sieve.
3
Fry the finely chopped onion in olive oil without burning.
4
After the onion has softened, add the lentils and ingredients.
5
Simmer over low heat and skim off the scums.
6
As the cooking liquid evaporates, add enough hot water to submerge the lentils.
7
Add hot water in 2-3 batches.
8
Simmer until there's no scum on the surface for about 30 minutes.
9
Sprinkle with black pepper and drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil.
10
Serve.

302

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 100 grams, dried Lentils, 2 tbsp Onions (minced), 1 tbsp Olive oil, 200 ml Water, and more.

Yes, Braised Lentils falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Braised Lentils

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