Best 3 Caribbean Curried Peas Lentils Recipes
CARIBBEAN CURRIED PEAS (LENTILS)
This recipe can be eaten as a main or side dish. The key to developing the flavor (and not missing the meat) is caramelizing and developing deep browning of the onions and carrots. In the Caribbean, cooks call this 'burning' the onions.
Provided by Liz and Sylvan
Categories Side Dish Curry Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat canola oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion, carrots, salt, black pepper, and sugar until onion is a deep brown color, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add garlic, chile pepper, ginger, and curry powder. Stir constantly to incorporate, about 5 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-heat and stir 1 can vegetable broth into the onion mixture. Scrape up any vegetables or curry powder stuck to the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Add lentils and remaining 1 can of vegetable broth; cook until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir cilantro into lentils before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 18.9 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 432.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
CARIBBEAN CURRIED PEAS (LENTILS)
This recipe can be eaten as a main or side dish. The key to developing the flavor (and not missing the meat) is caramelizing and developing deep browning of the onions and carrots. In the Caribbean, cooks call this 'burning' the onions.
Provided by Liz and Sylvan
Categories Curry Side Dishes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat canola oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion, carrots, salt, black pepper, and sugar until onion is a deep brown color, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add garlic, chile pepper, ginger, and curry powder. Stir constantly to incorporate, about 5 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-heat and stir 1 can vegetable broth into the onion mixture. Scrape up any vegetables or curry powder stuck to the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Add lentils and remaining 1 can of vegetable broth; cook until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir cilantro into lentils before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 18.9 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 432.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
CARIBBEAN STEWED LENTILS
This is one of my favourites from growing up in Trinidad. It's a great vegetarian dish and very healthy, as it has high levels of proteins, is a good source of iron, and also contains dietary fiber, folate, and vitamin B1. It also freezes very well if made in large batches. I usually serve mine with rice.
Provided by Yellsbells
Categories Lentil
Time 7h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For bagged lentils, follow the preparation listed on the bag, soaking if necessary. If using dried lentils, make sure to sift through them removing any debris and then soak in a bowl with water for a few hours or overnight.
- When the lentils are prepped, add them to a pot with enough water to cover them by about 2 inches.
- Add the garlic cloves (whole), hot pepper (whole), salt, black pepper, thyme and bouillon to the lentils and water, and heat to medium-high heat.
- Bring this to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer for about 45 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- In another pot, heat the oil at medium heat and saute the sliced onions until they are golden at the edges.
- Then gently (we're adding liquid to hot oil) add the cooked lentils to the pot (pour in everything).
- With a whisk or cooking spoon, stir to break down some of the lentils to thicken the consistency and create more of a sauce.
- Add the scallions, cilantro and butter and stir.
- Allow this to cook for about 20 more minutes or until the desired consistency is reached. I prefer mine to be like a thick soup.
- Don't forget to fish out the twig from the thyme before serving and enjoy.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible, especially for the curry powder. Fresh curry leaves, coriander, and cumin seeds will give your dish the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of curry powder to your taste. If you like a milder curry, use less powder. If you like a spicier curry, use more powder.
- Soak the peas and lentils overnight before cooking. This will help them to soften and cook more evenly.
- If you don't have time to soak the peas and lentils overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 10 minutes, then turning off the heat and letting them sit for an hour.
- Use a large pot to cook the curry. This will give the ingredients plenty of room to cook and prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Stir the curry frequently while it is cooking. This will help to prevent the ingredients from sticking to the bottom of the pot and will also help to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Serve the curry with rice, roti, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Caribbean Curried Peas and Lentils is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make. It is a great way to use up leftover peas and lentils, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. The curry is packed with protein and fiber, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Caribbean Curried Peas and Lentils a try.
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