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Koshari - Lentils recipe image
Lentils • Middle East & North Africa
ID 68

Koshari

Fried Lentils Main Course Middle East & North Africa
Cook time 60 min
Difficulty Hard
Portion Single

koshari

Ingredients: Rice (1/2 cup), Macaroni (1/2 cup), Brown lentils (1/2 cup), Tomato sauce (1/2 cup), Garlic (1 clove), Vinegar (1 tbsp), Crispy onions (2 tbsp)

471.3 kcal 19.8 protein 5.1 fat 87.2 carbs
Confidence 100% Vegetarian-leaning
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Step 1: Cook lentils, rice, and pasta separately. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 2: Make tomato sauce with garlic and vinegar. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Layer lentils, rice, and pasta. Top with sauce and fried onions. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 4: Serve warm. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Mujaddara - Lentils recipe image
Lentils • Middle East & North Africa
ID 70

Mujaddara

Fried Lentils Main Course Middle East & North Africa
Cook time 50 min
Difficulty Easy
Portion Single

mujaddara

Ingredients: Brown lentils (1/2 cup), Rice (1/2 cup), Onion (sliced) (1), Cumin (1/2 tsp), Olive oil (2 tbsp), Salt (to taste), Water (2 cups)

808.1 kcal 29.4 protein 16.2 fat 134.8 carbs
Confidence 93% Vegetarian-leaning
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Step 1: Cook lentils in water halfway, then add rice and continue cooking. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 2: Meanwhile, fry onions until crispy. Maintain a steady medium-high heat and make sure not to overcrowd the pan, which helps to achieve a perfect golden crisp..
Step 3: Mix in cumin and fried onions before serving. Make sure to mix thoroughly so that all flavors are evenly incorporated and textures are consistent..
Step 4: Serve warm or at room temperature. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Harira - Lentils recipe image
Lentils • Middle East & North Africa
ID 72

Harira

Lamb Lentils Main Course Middle East & North Africa
Cook time 90 min
Difficulty Medium
Portion Single

harira

Ingredients: Lamb (cubed) (100g), Chickpeas (1/4 cup), Lentils (1/4 cup), Tomatoes (blended) (1/2 cup), Onion (chopped) (1/4), Celery (chopped) (1/4 stalk), Spices (cinnamon, ginger, turmeric) (1/2 tsp each), Cilantro & parsley (2 tbsp), Flour (for thickening) (1 tbsp), Water (2 cups)

790.1 kcal 26.9 protein 21.6 fat 122.8 carbs
Confidence 99%
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Step 1: Sauté onion, lamb, celery, and spices in pot. Stir continuously to prevent any burning and allow the ingredients to release their aromatic oils, enhancing overall flavor..
Step 2: Add chickpeas, lentils, tomatoes, herbs, and water. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Simmer for 1 hour, then whisk in flour slurry to thicken. Partially cover the pot and keep a close watch to ensure the ingredients cook evenly without drying out..
Step 4: Serve hot, often with dates or lemon wedges. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Beans and Plantain Porridge - Beans recipe image
Beans • Sub-Saharan Africa
ID 97

Beans and Plantain Porridge

Beans Main Course Simmered Sub-Saharan Africa
Cook time 60 min
Difficulty Medium
Portion Single

beans-and-plantain-porridge

Ingredients: Black-eyed peas or brown beans (1/4 cup), Ripe plantain (1), Palm oil (1 tbsp), Onion (1/4), Garlic (1 clove), Seasoning cube (1/2), Salt & pepper (to taste)

84.3 kcal 2.6 protein 2.3 fat 13.3 carbs
Confidence 92% Vegetarian-leaningLower carb
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Step 1: Cook beans until almost soft. Add sliced plantains. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 2: Add oil, onion, garlic, and seasonings. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Simmer until thick and everything is tender. Partially cover the pot and keep a close watch to ensure the ingredients cook evenly without drying out..
Step 4: Serve warm as a hearty main dish. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Dal Bhat - Indian recipe image
Indian • South Asia
ID 58

Dal Bhat

Indian Lentils Main Course Rice
Cook time 40 min
Difficulty Easy
Portion Single

dal-bhat

Ingredients: Rice (1 cup), Lentils (masoor or moong) (1/2 cup), Garlic (1 clove), Turmeric (1/2 tsp), Salt (to taste), Water (2.5 cups), Ghee (1 tbsp)

1057 kcal 28.9 protein 22.9 fat 180 carbs
Confidence 94% Vegetarian-leaning
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Step 1: Cook lentils with turmeric, garlic, and salt until soft. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 2: Boil rice separately until fluffy. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Serve dal over rice, drizzle with ghee. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Haleem - Indian recipe image
Indian • South Asia
ID 51

Haleem

Beef Chicken Fried Indian
Cook time 180 min
Difficulty Hard
Portion Single

haleem

Ingredients: Beef or chicken (150g), Broken wheat (1/4 cup), Lentils (mixed) (1/4 cup), Onion (sliced) (1/4), Ginger-garlic paste (1 tbsp), Garam masala (1 tsp), Oil or ghee (2 tbsp)

425 kcal 46.1 protein 10.1 fat 28.2 carbs
Confidence 99% High protein
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Step 1: Boil meat, wheat, and lentils until soft. Blend to a thick consistency. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 2: Fry onions and spices. Add to haleem and mix thoroughly. Maintain a steady medium-high heat and make sure not to overcrowd the pan, which helps to achieve a perfect golden crisp..
Step 3: Garnish with fried onions, coriander, and lemon. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..