Exotic Sprouted Fermented Black Beluga Lentils

Name: Exotic Sprouted Fermented Black Beluga Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 -2 cup beluga lentils (any organic lentil will do); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon curry powder, your favorite; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 inch piece gingerroot, minced; 1/2 inch piece turmeric, minced; 1 fermented garlic clove, minced, plus; 1 tablespoon of its brine; 1 kaffir lime leaf; 1 kaffir lime, zest of; 2 scallions, sliced

Servings: persons

1 -2 cup beluga lentils (any organic lentil will do)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon curry powder, your favorite
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 inch piece gingerroot, minced
1/2 inch piece turmeric, minced
1 fermented garlic clove, minced, plus
1 tablespoon of its brine
1 kaffir lime leaf
1 kaffir lime, zest of
2 scallions, sliced

1
Fill a mason jar with the lentils, and then cover with slightly warm filtered water ( 1 tablespoon whey can be adding to the water) overnight. On the top you place a sprouting screen screwed into the lid. In the morning you drain and rinse it (doing so right through the screen), and then you invert your jar at an angle, allowing it to drain and air to circulate within your jar. Then all you have to do is rinse 2-3 times per day, and your seeds will turn into sprouts.
2
Place everything but the lentils in a quart size jar and shake to blend.
3
Add the lentils and give another shake to blend. be sure to leave head room.
4
Rest on countertop out of light for 4-7 days. It will bubble up. Make sure to top a weight on it to keep submerged. You may want to place the jar in a bowl to prevent spills. It will/can overflow from the bubbling from fermentation.
5
When ready to your liking place in refrigerator and chill a couple more days.
6
Enjoy!

133

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* 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: 1 -2 cup beluga lentils (any organic lentil will do), 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon curry powder, your favorite, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Exotic Sprouted Fermented Black Beluga 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!