Turkish Lentil Recipe (Mercimek) – a delicious recipe with green lentils, ground beef, onion, butter, tomato paste, water. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Meat & Poultry
Servings:persons
1
Soak the dry green lentils for at least 30 minutes. Drain.
2
In a dutch oven, add 1 T. butter.
3
Once the butter melts, add the diced onions. Cook until translucent.
4
Add the ground beef, cook until browned.
5
Add 2 T. of tomato paste, mix with the ground beef mixture.
6
Season with Salt and Pepper.
7
Add the green lentils.
8
Add the water; please note that the consistency should be like a stew rather than a soup. Monitor the water level during cooking. If you notice that it is turning out to be like a paste, then add more water.
9
Cook until lentils are soft, about 35-40 minutes.
10
To serve: Eat as a stew with crusty bread, or put the lentils on top of Turkish rice with fideos.
219
kcal
Calories
12
g
Fat
12
g
Carbs
14
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup green lentils, 1/2 pound ground beef, 1 onion small, Diced, 1 teaspoon butter, and more.
Yes, Turkish Lentil Recipe (Mercimek) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.
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