diff --git a/docs/food_related/dishes/Lentil.md b/docs/food_related/dishes/Lentil.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2f3da42 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/food_related/dishes/Lentil.md @@ -0,0 +1,124 @@ +## 1. Classic Lentil Soup +(Adjust servings by changing the amount of lentils and proportionally adjusting other ingredients) + +### Ingredients (for 4 servings): +- 1 cup brown or green lentils +- 2 tbsp olive oil +- 1 large onion, diced +- 2 carrots, diced +- 2 stalks celery, diced +- 3 cloves garlic, minced +- 6 cups vegetable broth +- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes +- 1 tsp ground cumin +- 1 tsp dried thyme +- Salt and pepper, to taste + +### Directions: +1. Rinse and soak lentils for about 30 minutes. +2. In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened. +3. Add garlic, cumin, and thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes. +4. Add soaked lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil. +5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until lentils are tender. +6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot. + +--- + +## 2. Mediterranean Red Lentil Salad +(Adjust servings by changing the amount of lentils and proportionally adjusting other ingredients) + +### Ingredients (for 4 servings): +- 1 cup red lentils +- 2 cups water +- 1 cucumber, diced +- 1 red bell pepper, diced +- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped +- 1/4 cup olive oil +- 2 tbsp lemon juice +- 1 tsp dried oregano +- Salt and pepper, to taste +- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) + +### Directions: +1. Rinse red lentils and cook in water until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool. +2. In a large bowl, combine cooled lentils, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. +3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. +4. Pour dressing over lentil mixture. Toss to combine. +5. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve chilled or at room temperature. + +--- + +## 3. Indian Dal Tadka +(Adjust servings by changing the amount of lentils and proportionally adjusting other ingredients) + +### Ingredients (for 4 servings): +- 1 cup yellow or red lentils +- 4 cups water +- 1 tsp turmeric +- 2 tbsp ghee or oil +- 1 tsp cumin seeds +- 1 onion, finely chopped +- 2 tomatoes, chopped +- 2 cloves garlic, minced +- 1-inch ginger, minced +- 1 tsp garam masala +- Salt, to taste +- Fresh cilantro, for garnish + +### Directions: +1. Rinse lentils and cook with water and turmeric until soft, about 20-25 minutes. +2. In a separate pan, heat ghee or oil. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. +3. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until onions are golden. +4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. +5. Add cooked lentils to the pan. Add garam masala and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes. +6. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice or naan. + +--- + +## 4. Slow Cooker Lentil & Chickpea Curry +(Adjust servings by changing the amount of legumes and proportionally adjusting other ingredients) + +### Ingredients (for 6 servings): + +#### Legumes: +- 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed, soaked overnight, and drained +- ½ cup dry chickpeas, rinsed, soaked overnight, and drained + +#### Veggies: +- 1 medium onion, finely chopped +- 2 large tomatoes, chopped (or a 14 oz can of diced tomatoes) +- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color) +- 3 garlic cloves, minced +- 1-inch ginger, minced or grated + +#### Liquid: +- 2½ cups vegetable or chicken broth +- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk + +#### Seasonings/Spices: +- 2 tsp curry powder +- 1 tsp turmeric powder +- 1 tsp ground cumin +- 1 tsp ground coriander +- ½ tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste) +- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste + +#### Finish: +- Juice of ½ lemon or lime +- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish + +### Directions: +1. Toast the spices in a small pan for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Set aside. +2. Place onions, tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger in the slow cooker. +3. Add the soaked and drained lentils and chickpeas. +4. Sprinkle toasted spices, salt, and pepper over the legumes. +5. Pour in broth and coconut milk. +6. Cook on LOW for 7-9 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours. +7. Stir in lemon or lime juice before serving. +8. Garnish with cilantro. Serve hot. + +### Tips: +- Blend a portion of the curry for a creamier texture. +- Serve with naan bread, flatbread, or rice. +- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. +- Adjust chili powder for preferred spice level. \ No newline at end of file