Syrian Noodles With Lentils Recipe

Name: Syrian Noodles With Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, pressed; 2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds, ground; 1 teaspoon roasted coriander, ground; 2 small cayenne bell peppers; 2 cups lentils, washed; 1 bay leaf; 7 cups water (or vegetable broth); salt & pepper; 4 ounces broken vermicelli

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, pressed
2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds, ground
1 teaspoon roasted coriander, ground
2 small cayenne bell peppers
2 cups lentils, washed
1 bay leaf
7 cups water (or vegetable broth)
salt & pepper
4 ounces broken vermicelli

1
Heat oil in a large casserole. Saute onion & garlic until the onion is tender. Add cumin & coriander. Saute for another minute over medium heat.
2
Add cayenne pepper, lentils, bay leaf & water. Bring to a boil. Add salt & pepper to taste, cover, reduce heat & simmer for 45 minutes.
3
Simmer only until the lentils are just tender. Adjust seasonings.
4
Just before serving, bring back to a simmer & add the noodles. Cook until al dente, about 4 to 10 minutes. Serve at once in bowls.
5
In place of vermicelli, use wholewheat spaghetti noodles or macaroni.

318

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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: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, pressed, 2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds, ground, and more.

Yes, Syrian Noodles With Lentils falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Syrian Noodles With Lentils

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