Lentils With Zucchini Recipe

Name: Lentils With Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup lentils; 2 1/2 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 3 tablespoons ghee; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 inch slice fresh ginger; 1 green chili pepper, chopped; 1 zucchini, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; salt

Servings: persons

1/2 cup lentils
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3 tablespoons ghee
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 inch slice fresh ginger
1 green chili pepper, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon cumin seed
salt

1
Place lentils, water & turmeric in a pot over medium heat & bring to a boil. Continue cooking, removing the froth from the top from time to time.
2
In a separate pot, heat half the ghee. Saute onion & garlic till golden. Stir in ginger, chili & zucchini. Mix thoroughly & continue to cook for 5 minutes.
3
Transfer the lentils to the zucchini mixture. Stir in salt & garam masala. Half cover the pot, lower the heat & cook for 15 minutes.
4
In the remaining ghee, toss in the cumin seeds & heat till they sizle & change colour.
5
Serve lentils hot with the ghee/cumin seeds.

131

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 lentils, 2 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 3 tablespoons ghee, and more.

Yes, Lentils With Zucchini falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Lentils With Zucchini

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