Refried Lentils, Inspired By Tom Hirschfeld Recipe

Name: Refried Lentils, Inspired By Tom Hirschfeld
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown lentils, picked over and rinsed; 2 garlic cloves, one smashed, one minced; 1 onion, one half left whole, one half roughly chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and pepper, for seasoning; 1/2 lime; Pickled red onions, for garnish; Cilantro, for garnish; Crumbly goat or feta cheese, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup brown lentils, picked over and rinsed
2 garlic cloves, one smashed, one minced
1 onion, one half left whole, one half roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper, for seasoning
1/2 lime
Pickled red onions, for garnish
Cilantro, for garnish
Crumbly goat or feta cheese, for garnish

1
Put the lentils in a small pot with 1 1/2 cups of water, the smashed garlic clove, and half the onion. Season with salt, bring to a boil, and then simmer, covered, for 30 minutes, until your lentils are soft.
2
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the lentils to a food processor, leaving their cooking liquid in the pot (or, drain the lentils and reserve the cooking liquid).
3
Add a pinch of salt and pulse the lentils until they're as chunky or smooth as you'd like.
4
Heat the olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Then add the minced garlic clove, cumin, oregano, and red pepper flakes and cook for another minute, until the garlic is golden.
5
Add the lentils from the food processor and cook, stirring, until warmed through. If they're very dry, add some of the remaining cooking liquid to moisten. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Squeeze the lime over top. Remove from heat.
6
Garnish with pickled onions, cilantro, and goat or feta cheese.

120

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Protein

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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 brown lentils, picked over and rinsed, 2 garlic cloves, one smashed, one minced, 1 onion, one half left whole, one half roughly chopped, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Refried Lentils, Inspired By Tom Hirschfeld 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!

Refried Lentils, Inspired By Tom Hirschfeld

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Variations & substitutions

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