As in way too many. Do you know that series? It’s both filling and healthy, meaning … Maybe I am coming around to legumes after all? Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and olive oil. We'd love to see! Subscribe to our email updates, and follow along on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and YouTube. You’re a lucky lady. Hi Anna, you’re way too kind. It’s been a few weeks, so I want them again, too…. To revisit this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. This red lentil soup recipe, with curry powder, canned tomatoes, coconut milk, and cilantro, is a weeknight staple in my apartment. Ottolenghi’s Lentils with Roast Eggplant, Cherry Tomatoes and Yoghurt. Family loved it with a salad. This is a simple dish with a wonderful, complex flavor If you can’t find fenugreek or asafetida, it’s okay to omit them. Oh and I believe the fenugreek in this recipe refers to the leaves because if they were the seeds you’d probably toast them with the mustard seeds first. I substituted about two tablespoons of tomatoes paste, as one of the other reviews suggested, and served it over spaghetti squash with naan. Worked beautifully. 2 stalks lemongrass, lightly crushed. Reduce to low and simmer, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes. Every single recipe I’ve ever made of his is a big hit with my family. Serve with warm naan or tortillas. Hi, Rachel! Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. As you begin to dial back on the summer … Thanks, Denise. Ad Choices, tablespoons virgin coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil, -inch piece ginger, peeled, finely grated, tablespoon medium curry powder (such as S&B), cup finely chopped cilantro, plus leaves with tender stems for serving, 13.5-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk, shaken well. To revisit this article, select My⁠ ⁠Account, then View saved stories. They are very rebellious about eating healthy food, so that is saying a lot. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until lentils are soft but not mushy, 20–25 minutes. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils have split and are mushy, about 30 minutes. 200g puy lentils 30g unsalted butter 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra to finish 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 tsp ground cumin 3 medium tomatoes, skinned and cut into 1cm dice 25g coriander leaves, chopped 4 tbsp tahini paste 2 tbsp lemon juice Salt and black pepper ½ small red onion, peeled and sliced very thin 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered. I followed the recipe as written. In exchange, I’ll promise to take you there! Good point, thanks. ooh I just bought a bunch of red lentils. And they do call them “spellings” here. Otherwise. We still use little bits of sign language all the time, and it’s incredibly helpful. Place the mustard seeds in a 5-quart Dutch oven or other pot with a heavy bottom, and cook over medium heat until they begin to pop. Mine turned out very different--more orange than red and a LOT spicier, but still very delicious! (Hey, there’s one now….) Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the lentils. I think this is a must have anyway…) Already looking forward to lunch tomorrow! It’s a very good, easy curry. Exhibit A: Ottolenghi spiced red lentils. And fast to make. I use red lentil or masoor dal, which is widely available. Bring a medium pan of water to a boil. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Also, if I may say so, this would make another pretty spectacular use for them. You are fascinating! Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, until the lentils are fully cooked. It’s a wonderful, comforting soup! Its a variation on a Masoor dal curry, so if you reduce the water/liquid, you have a curry ready to pour over rice. You kind of have to use your common sense to navigate the recipes, and then there will still be a few unanswered questions, such as this one. Drain and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a blender with the … What, no cheeseburgers? Just chop, chuck it in and then let summer as you clean up the kitchen and set the table. It worked. In this vegetarian main inspired by Indian dal, lentils are cooked with an aromatic blend of Thai spices — fresh ginger, turmeric, red curry paste … I used 1 medium boneless, skinless chicken breast diced and sauteed with all of the spices and the oil. For some reason I was really resisting watching it, but I’m glad I did. Used coriander that I had chopped and frozen a while back after buying a huuuge amount of it. Put the butter and oil in a large sauté pan and place on a medium-high heat. I’m Carolyn Gratzer Cope, and Umami Girl is your guide to a life well-lived. It’s a lovely book, written in such an interesting and useful way. This was really, really good, and the leftovers the next day were amazing. Learn more, « Broiled Figs with Honey + Vanilla: An Easy Fig Dessert, Quinoa Bowl Recipe with Squash, Spinach and Cilantro-Lime Dressing ». I still haven’t seen Forks Over Knives. Thanks for the push, lady. My favorite part about eating his actual food is that it’s *just* like what’s in the cookbook. I substituted the water with vegetable broth, and since the coconut milk is unsweetened....(this will sound weird) but I added a 1/2 C. of golden raisins, and then let the whole thing simmer. Season soup with more salt and pepper if needed. I also added half a teaspoon of chili powder and it gave it a great color and a little more complex flavor. Yup, I brazenly ignored my American spell-checker’s squiggly red lines under those chillis. Really quick, cheap, and easy and very flavorful. I used Masoor dal, which is tiny, and rinsed excessively (like 10 times.). (Problem is: I have too many cook books. Lentils are often categorized by their color, which can range from yellow and red to green, brown or black . Also doubled the garlic and used chicken stock instead of water as others reported doing. Swapped parsley for cilantro as I suffer from the soapy gene. This is a simple dish with a wonderful, complex flavor. It’s pretty magical. I LOVE Ottolenghi. I want to like them, but it’s a texture thing. Cooking advice that works. More than just valuable recipes, I get to develop my vocabulary reading your blog too. Let cool; cover and chill. Do Ahead: Soup (without toppings) can be made 3 days ahead. Or you can use the creamy white urad dal and pale yellow mung dal that Ottolenghi recommends to give it the contrast of texture and color. Rinse the lentils well under running water, then place them in a bowl with the water and soak for 30 minutes. I used fresh tomatoes instead of canned ones, and let it all simmer for a solid ~40 minutes. Set the cilantro aside. No, you need say no more. Last year, I made this for our teacher's Friday meager meal (during Lent) and it was so popular I am making it again! To serve, lightly break up the rice with a fork and then add the lentils and most of the onions, reserving a few for garnish. I love that post as I have probably said ad nauseam–my next blog post is adapted from a recipe in the other cookbook–though think I like Plenty more! I think warm vanilla sugar sounds super yummy, too, so we’re even. I think you’d like Forks Over Knives. Pile the rice high on a serving platter and top with the remaining onions. When selecting lentils, make sure they appear dry and free of extraneous debris. Easy, tasty, hearty, and made with shelf stable ingredients (perfect for quarantine)-- what's not to like? Drizzle with reserved coconut milk and top with more cilantro. peel from 1 … Mine didn’t come out as red as these pics. Love your picture of the dish: gorgeous! Don’t be intimidated by the long ingredient list and the few unusual ingredients. Maybe someday I’ll give it a try and report back. Add garlic, ginger, curry powder, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. I’m Carolyn Gratzer Cope, and Umami Girl is your guide to a life well-lived. I made it with a curry paste. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated as of 1/1/21) and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement (updated as of 1/1/21) and Your California Privacy Rights. But hey! Glad to hear it’s yummy. Meanwhile, finely chop the cilantro (including stems), onion, and garlic, and grate the ginger. Mix curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, and ginger together … Hi all! (I am married to a sci-fi geek ). Whatever. This red lentil recipe is no exception – it sounds absolutely delicious! Yotam Ottolenghi's crushed puy lentils with tahini and cumin: 'I could eat this every day.' Please advise. Put the eggplant roll seam-side down in the lentil sauce and repeat with … Add the ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and curry leaves, and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes. I’ve recently acquired the new Ottolenghi book Simple. Stir in the butter, lemon or lime juice, and cilantro. Put a heaping 1 teaspoon of the paneer mixture in the middle, then roll up the eggplant, from the thinner end at the top down to the thicker bottom end, so the filling is encased. So I tried this recipe because I have been into Indian food, and Thai food within the last several months, and my sodium levels are way down! Turned out great!! Yummy! Hi, Jules! I didn't have any cilantro so used dried parsley with mint garnish. ), Delicious, easy, healthy recipe. I served it with Malabari parathas that I got frozen at Trader Joe’s. Why is food always better the next time around? You and I must have birthdays very close to each other. The only substitution I made was swapping out the water for chicken broth, however, next time I think I'd grate the ginger. Doubled the onion, which took triple the time to brown. Beans + Lentils gluten free, vegan option, vegetarian, Welcome! Recipes you want to make. But I have discovered that since I am a salt-a-holic, I need to go with spices, herbs, and anything else that will give flavor to my food other than sodium. Somehow though, like Gwenyth and Jude and all my other new neighbors with first-name recognition, Yotam strangely did not come out and introduce himself when I ate there, nor did he call me later just to chat. Thanks, Pat. Really great flavor! To be honest I’m not familiar enough with fenugreek to be able to say how things would’ve been different with the leaves. Set aside while you … Plus, the book has sort of a squishy pillow-top situation for a front cover, so you could always sleep on it if you run out of room…. I will make it again and again. Be prepared to pay as much as $7.00 a pound for some of the rarer offerings. Saute in instant pot, 6 minutes pressure, 10 minutes release. Yup super tasty and one of the easiest recipes I've ever made. P.S. Every single one of his recipes I’ve done has come out just great. Restaurant recommendations you trust. I went a little too crazy with the red pepper flakes and curry powder! I can only imagine how exciting it must be to eat his actual food given how much I adore the recipes in his cookbook. I love lentils and I love that Yotam is your Yoda! Drain and spread in an even layer on a small baking sheet; chill 30 minutes. Serve hot. Going to try making it today with the leaves…I LOVE the flavour of fenugreek leaves, so i like to use them whenever I get a chance. Thanks, Julia. That makes a lot of sense. Cream Cheese Frosting, Shredded Chicken Tacos (Quick & Easy for Weeknights), Strawberry Agua Fresca // Strawberry Water, Chicken Poblano Soup with Corn, Black Beans, and Potatoes, Chicken Enchiladas + Black Bean-Zucchini Enchiladas, 3 1/2 cups peeled chopped tomatoes, fresh or canned. I was tempted to puree but glad I refrained. Add tomatoes, ½ cup cilantro, a generous pinch of salt, and 2½ cups water; season with pepper. © 2020 Condé Nast. Now I need to hunt down some fenugreek leaves and see what changes. I’ve been discovering all sorts of new inspirations for that kind of cooking and eating, but I can’t think of a better one than Yotam Ottolenghi. The lime cuts through the heat nicely. I’ve heard so much about Plenty and I really think I may buy it. But the spellings are kind of fun. I love Yottam Ottolenghi. This is the only vegetarian meal my husband will eat. Don't be intimidated by the long ingredient list and the few unusual ingredients. This red lentil recipe is just the kind of healthy comfort food this site was founded on, even if I didn’t realize its proper place here until recently. 1½ tbsp red curry paste (or more if you like it spicier) 1¼ cup (250 g) dried, red lentils. Red Chief lentils and other more recent lentil entries to the market are easier to find in specialty markets. To serve, divide soup among bowls. I quadruple the batch, cook it the night before, and serve it warmed out of a crock pot. Well, to start out, I have lost a great deal of weight. Now I have a recipe to use them for! Source: Ottolenghi The Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi Nice for a winter evening. I have both his books and am intrigued by his recipes. Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly. I smashed them up a bit in my mortar and pestle before tossing them in. Red lentils are extremely healthy and a great substitute for meat. Dumped the whole coconut can in. They are very different in flavor and I wouldn’t want to substitute one for the other. I just read your bio on Fudo, and it reminds me of how much fun we had teaching sign language to our older daughter with the Signing Time DVDs (back in the day when they were just starting up). 1 medium onion, diced. I think this is an excellent use for your new red lentils. Some modifications in that I added all the coconut milk initially, and served it with both cilantro and avocado slices. Like the other reviewers suggested, I doubled the amount of onion, garlic, ginger, and curry powder. Add the lentils and their soaking water, the tomatoes, honey, fenugreek, and salt, and stir to blend. Your email address will not be published. He and his restaurants are not vegetarian — but man, does that guy have a way with vegetables. The tomatoes, and coconut milk help so much. It’s lovely to meet a fellow Ottolenghi enthusiast in the U.K. Not that we’re exactly a rare breed, but still. I threw in a bunch of kale (in bite size pieces) near the end of the cook to nudge it into stew territory. UG is a lifestyle site for curious, thoughtful people who seek to make every day a little special and have a great time doing it. Only suggestion is to tone down the acidic tomatoes by substituting a couple large tablespoons of tomato paste. In a small bowl toss sliced onion with vinegar and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. This is delicious - and I am not a fan of legumes. Read More…. … If you can't find fenugreek or asafetida, it's fine to omit them. To serve, divide soup among bowls. I think a lot of people, whether or not they’re really into food, tend to think of a heavily plant-based diet in terms of deprivation. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium. Photograph: Colin Campbell for the Guardian. Made this recipe tonight and it's definitely going into our rotation. The original recipe didn’t specify seeds or leaves. It's amazing served over rice! Home » Recipes » Beans + Lentils » Ottolenghi Spiced Red Lentils, October 1, 2011 / Updated Jun 04, 2020 / by Carolyn Gratzer Cope / 30 Comments. Posted on February 26, 2019 by The quirk and the cool. Woohoo! This year with a curry powder, and both times with plenty of red chili flakes - most of my colleagues like it hot, but for the one that doesn't the avocado helps, and some sour cream smooths it out. Lentils and tahini have long held a place in my heart, but I had never tried them together until my eyes were opened to the world of Ottolenghi this winter. Late September birthdays are the best. Add about 1/3 of the onions and cook for 5 … I used a can of mild RoTel tomatoes because that’s what I had. Very versatile dish. xx. The next time I make it, I would only double the onion, garlic and ginger and 1.5x the curry powder. I bet I could even find the unusual spices at a local store. Set aside ¼ cup coconut milk for serving and add remaining coconut milk to saucepan. 3 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil. We'll reshare our favorites. I made this today, after seeing the recipe last weekend. I use ginger powder when I don't have fresh on hand, and I've had it with and without the cilantro and lime juice (better with, but still good without). How to Make Spicy Mayo Even Better (For Sushi and Beyond), Easy Side Dish: The Best Sautéed Mushrooms Recipe, Spinach Tortellini Soup: An Easy Tortellini Soup Recipe, Easy Vegetarian Ramen with Rich, Savory Broth, Best Lobster Roll Recipe: How to Make a Lobster Roll, Cilantro Sauce Recipe for Tacos, Nachos, and More, Boeuf Bourguignon: A Recipe to Welcome Fall, Fall Cocktail: The Apple Cider Moscow Mule, Healthy Comfort Food: Lentil Stew with Mushrooms + Spinach, Vegan Pumpkin Muffins with (ahem!) I am the teensiest decade older than you, but whatevs…. First of all, I love that you love Ottolenghi. Bon Appétit may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. I know what you mean about cookbook overload, but I really think this one is worth it. Add the lentils and their soaking water, the tomatoes, honey, fenugreek, and salt, and stir to blend. I also enjoy all your Britishisms, from sweetcorn to goat’s cheese to chilli with 2 Ls. But it still tastes great. I found a red lentil tomato soup with curry and coconut which looked delicious. If the one you have is mild or very spicy, adjust the heat level with more, or less, red pepper flakes. Tag us on Instagram at @umamgirl and use the hashtag #umamigirl. . I think you hit on exactly what he does best of all. How would you rate Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup? I don't think I changed the recipe a lot but I think that tweaking to make your own is what is so good about the world of cooking! Thanks for visiting! Required fields are marked *, Welcome! Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. I went lighter on the oil, so when I added in all the dry spices, the mixture started sticking to the bottom of the pot a little bit but that was perfect for deglazing with a bit of water. So good. (Or pick them up through those Amazon links.). He’s hard not to like! My sister said she might murder me if I came back to the states with a British accent, so I won’t do that. If I ever make it to London, we must go eat there together! Add lentils and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Definitely worth doubling the recipe and having leftovers for later in the week. Bring a medium pan of water to a boil. Serve with lime wedges. (and no - its never going to come out red like the pictures. UG is a lifestyle site for curious, thoughtful people who seek to make every day a little special and have a great time doing it. The red lentil and coconut sauce is creamy and spicy at the same time and the aubergine make this dish substantial enough to make it a complete meal. You’ve included fenugreek in the ingredients…is that fenugreek leaves or fenugreek seeds? I haven’t tried this one though. But for us, it’s about exploring the incredible variety of lusty, gorgeous vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, and whole grains that both taste wonderful and make you feel fabulous. Makes it feel like such a genuine expression of a person’s point of view. This recipe calls for medium curry powder, but it’s flexible. … Because he’s such a genius at balancing flavors, I actually cook from this book often, as opposed to most cookbooks, which I may refer to occasionally and mostly just enjoy having in my general vicinity. We're brimming with real talk about the things that matter most — family, food, home, and adventure — and I hope you'll love digging in. Served with some toasted sourdough bread! I had exactly thirty minutes between meetings to gather the ingredients, chop, and get into an instant pot. I made this for dinner on a whim tonight. Not a singular spelling or math to be found in the whole country. All rights reserved. That’s something to note about Plenty in general — in contrast to the way many cookbooks these days tend to spell out every last detail of direction, Plenty leaves…um…plenty to intuit. I always keep a jar of red lentils in the pantry and knowing Ottolenghi, for sure his cookbook would contain some recipes with lentils, and it did. Here are some of the most common lentil types: Brown: These are the most widely eaten type. I used fenugreek seeds, and it turned out well. Serve hot, with the hot tomato sauce. The raisins were just the little bit of sweetness that I wanted, along with the heat. And I will most certainly be trying this recipe because it calls for about half of the spices in my pantry which I so need to use up. Will definitely make this again. For the dal, I used rinsed Masoor dal that I had soaked for 20 minutes in warm water. Drizzle with reserved coconut milk and top with more cilantro. Dinner in no time! Kalyn, if you do come to London, you have to promise to let me know. Almost 300 lb! Bring 3 cups water and lentils to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high. It’s such a teensy amount, so it won’t make or break the dish, I don’t think. Yum. , Your email address will not be published. Hope you’ll give the recipe a try! Cook onion, stirring often, until softened and golden brown, 8–10 minutes. This soup was delicious and healthy! This mixes with the coconut milk to make a creamy, saucy consistency...to die for. Ah! The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. 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