Cilantro Lentils (Food Network Kitchens) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups dried red lentils, rinsed |
1 large tomato, chopped |
1 1 -inch piece ginger, peeled and minced |
3/4 teaspoon turmeric |
large pinch of cayenne pepper |
kosher salt |
2 tablespoons unsalted butter |
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced |
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro |
juice of 1 lemon |
Directions:
1. Combine the lentils, 6 cups water, the tomato, ginger, turmeric, cayenne and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, vigorously whisking occasionally, until the lentils are broken up and the mixture is thick, about 45 minutes.
2. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute; stir into the lentils along with the cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt.
3. Photograph by Anna Williams
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