
Contrary to what its name suggests, the colour of the «red» lentil is actually closer to orange. It is a smaller and rounder lentil than the more commonly found brown type and falls apart as it cooks. It is rich in proteins, minerals, vitamins A and B.
??? | red-orange lentils (dried), rinsed and drained | ??? | |
??? | canola oil | ??? | |
??? | red onions, finely chopped | ??? | |
??? | garlic, pressed or minced | ??? | |
??? | gingerroot, grated | ??? | |
??? | ground cumin | ??? | |
??? | curry powder | ??? | |
??? | ground cinnamon | ??? | |
??? | cayenne pepper | ??? | |
??? | vegetable broth | ??? | |
??? | canned tomatoes (diced) | ??? | |
??? | unsweetened coconut milk [optional] | ??? | |
??? | lime juice, freshly squeezed | ??? | |
??? | salt [optional] | ??? | |
??? | ground pepper to taste [optional] | ??? | |
??? | fresh cilantro [optional] | ??? |
It is not necessary to soak the lentils in advance.
per 1 serving (280 g)
Amount % Daily Value |
Calories 140 |
Fat 3 g 4 % |
Saturated
0.3 g
1 % |
Cholesterol 0 mg |
Sodium 70 mg 3 % |
Carbohydrate 22 g 7 % |
Fibre 4 g 17 % |
Sugars 2 g |
Net Carbs 18 g |
Protein 8 g |
Vitamin A 7 % |
Vitamin C 12 % |
Calcium 4 % |
Iron 21 % |
Food Group | Exchanges |
---|---|
Starches | 1 |
Fruits | 0 |
Vegetables | ½ |
Meat and Alternatives | 1 |
Fats | 1 ½ |
OK, I make lentil soup in the crock pot all the time, but THIS...THIS was AWESOME. Totally flavorful... I used a hot curry powder and doubled the amount, but otherwise, stuck to the recipe. I used the coconut milk (light) and left out the cilantro, but it was divine. Whoo hoo!
It was very good. I used the recipe guidelines. I have light curry powder but the other spice makes it just right for me.
Quick, easy and very flavourful. I'll definitely make this one again!