Lentils side dish
Last update November 18, 2024
beef
gluten free
vegan
vegetarian
- Cooking time : ~1h30
A popular Moroccan lentil dish is the lentil side dish or lentil stew. This hearty and flavorful dish incorporates lentils with various spices and vegetables, making it a staple in Moroccan cuisine. Moroccan lentil dishes are known for their rich, complex flavors and satisfying texture. They reflect the Moroccan emphasis on using aromatic spices and fresh ingredients.
Variations
Vegetarian/Vegan: Omit meat and add more vegetables or a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor.
Spicy: Add chili peppers or hot sauce if you prefer a spicier dish.
Required Ingredients
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- 1/4 kg of lentils
- Onion
- 2 tomatoes
- Chopped parsley and coriander
- 4 cloves garlic
- Laurel
- Salt
- Oil
- One teaspoon: pepper, ginger, cumin, turmeric and paprika
Optional Ingredients
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- Carrots
- Potatos
- pumpkin
Cooking Instructions
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Making the sauce
- Cut the tomatoes and onion into small pieces
- In a saucepan, put the pieces of onion and tomatoes with coriander, parsley, chopped garlic, and oil.
- Add a teaspoon of each spice
- Mix everything and set it on fire.
- Soak the lentils in hot water 30 minutes before.
- As soon as the sauce is cooked, add the lentils and mix them all.
- Cook for half an hour or more, depending on whether the lentils are cooked or not.
- Add water from time to time if the lentils get dry.
