When you're craving a comforting and flavorful dish, curried lentils with spinach is a delectable and nutritious choice. This classic vegetarian dish combines the goodness of lentils, the earthy flavors of spinach, and the aromatic warmth of spices. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this step-by-step recipe guide will assist you in creating a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a journey to savor the delightful flavors of curried lentils with spinach.
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CURRIED SPINACH AND LENTIL BAKE
Made this yesterday, it was very easy and really tasty. It falls into the minimal ingredients category. From Country Living's shorcuts. The article said that Julia Child once said "frozen spinach is certianly one of the great inventions." Well, whatever!? She said that before they came up with rinsed and bagged spinach. I reduced the oil and used lite coconut milk. A great vegan main dish recipe, or serve it with meat for a really easy home made dinner. Use a pan that's oven-proof for easy clean-up, or if you don't have one, transfer to a baking dish. Note that lentils should be cooked first and spinach thawed and drained.
Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook chopped onion and garlic in olive oil in heatproof skillet over medium-low heat until trnaslucent.
- Stir in basmati rice, curry powder, salt and pepper and cook two more minutes.
- Add thawed and drained spinach, cooked lentils and coconut milk. Cover and bake 30-40 minutes.
CURRIED LENTIL AND SPINACH EN CROUTE
Make and share this Curried Lentil and Spinach En Croute recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PinkCherryBlossom
Categories Spinach
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C.
- Heat oil and cook onion for 5 minutes Add carrots and cook for a further 5 minutes Stir in curry paste.
- Add lentils, tomatoes, stock and seasoning (if desired)Simmer for 20 mins and leave to cool. Stir in chutney and peanuts.
- Wash the spinach and place in a pan cook in the dry pan until wilted, drain and cool.
- Chop spinach roughly and mix with feta.
- Roll pastry into a 12 inch square and keep any trimmings.
- Cut in half and place half the pastry on a greased baking tray.
- Spoon a third of the mix on the pastry leaving a gap of 1 inch around the sides.
- Place 1/2 the spinach next, followed by another third lentil, rest of spinach and rest of lentils.
- Run a lattice cutter over the remaining half of the pastry leaving and inch border.
- Lift the lattice onto the filling and gently strech until the two pastry borders.
- Use the trimmings to make star shapes to decorate.
- Bake on the top shelf for 20 mins until golden.
- rest for 10 mins before serving.
- Once cold this can be wrapped in foil and frozen for upto 1 month.
RED CURRY LENTILS WITH SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH
In this vegetarian main inspired by Indian dal, lentils are cooked with an aromatic blend of Thai spices - fresh ginger, turmeric, red curry paste and chile - then simmered in coconut milk until fall-apart tender. Browning the sweet potatoes before cooking them with the lentils brings out their sweetness, balancing the heat from the chile and curry paste, while baby spinach tossed in just before serving adds fresh flavor. Serve over steamed white or brown rice, or with toasted flatbread on the side.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, easy, vegetables, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the browned sweet potatoes to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pot and set the heat to medium-low. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the curry paste, garlic, ginger, chile and turmeric, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the lentils, stock, salt and browned sweet potatoes to the pot and bring to a boil over high. Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Add the coconut milk and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced and the lentils are creamy and falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the spinach and stir until just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the lime juice and season with salt to taste.
- Divide among shallow bowls and top with cilantro and coconut flakes, if using.
LENTIL & SPINACH CURRY
A delicious alternative to a greasy takeaway! Really quick to make and is packed full of storecupboard essentials, too.
Provided by hayleylongdin
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a wok, or deep sided frying pan. Fry onion until soft, add the garlic and fry for 1 minute
- Stir in curry paste and gently fry for 1 minute
- Stir in tomatoes, stock and lentils, bring to the boil and reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes
- Stir in spinach and gently heat through
- Remove from heat, stir in coriander
- Serve with warm naan bread and chutney
CURRIED LENTIL AND SPINACH SOUP
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add next 4 ingredients; sauté until golden, about 10 minutes. Stir in curry powder, ginger, cumin, bay leaf, and dried crushed red pepper. Add 9 1/2 cups water and dried lentils; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until lentils are tender, adding more water by 1/2 cupfuls to thin soup, if desired, about 25 minutes. Add spinach and cilantro; simmer until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes. Season soup with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill soup uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm soup over medium heat, thinning with water if desired before serving.)
- Ladle soup into bowls. Top each serving with spoonful of yogurt.
LENTILS AND SPINACH
This is my own adaptation of an Indian recipe. It doesn't look like much, but it is surprisingly yummy. Serve this for dinner over hot rice or a diced baked potato. Pair with carrots, cauliflower, or a fresh sliced tomato for a full meal.
Provided by bobawood
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a heavy pan over medium heat. Saute onion for 10 minutes or so, until it begins to turn golden. Add minced garlic and saute for another minute or so.
- Add lentils and water to the saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover, lower heat, and simmer about 35 minutes, until lentils are soft ( this may take less time, depending on your water and the lentils).
- Meanwhile cook the spinach in microwave according to package directions. Add spinach, salt and cumin to the saucepan. Cover and simmer until all is heated, about ten minutes. Grind in plenty of pepper and press in extra garlic to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 639.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CURRIED LENTILS
Simple recipe with exotic flavors, but only a few ingredients. Lentils are simmered in a coconut curry sauce. Serve over rice.
Provided by MELANIESAYSHI
Categories Side Dish Curry Side Dish Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Rinse lentils and place in a saucepan with the water. Bring to a boil, then cover, and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in the curry paste, coconut cream and season with salt to taste. Return to a simmer, and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.8 calories, Carbohydrate 73.1 g, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 259.9 mg, Sugar 49 g
LENTILS WITH SPINACH
This grain and vegetable dish is a perfect complement to a main course but flavorful enough to steal the show.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the water, lentils, carrot, onion, garlic, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, partially covered, until the lentils are soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, discarding bay leaf.
- Use a paper towel to wipe out any water from the saucepan. Add oil, and return pan to medium heat. Stir in the lentils, vegetables, and spinach. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Taste, and adjust for seasoning. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to serving bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 8 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of lentils. Different lentils have different flavors and textures, so using a mix can add complexity to your curry.
- Don't overcook the lentils. Lentils should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Sauté the onions and garlic until they are fragrant. This will help to bring out their flavor.
- Use a good quality curry powder. The curry powder is the key to the flavor of the dish, so make sure to use a good quality one.
- Add vegetables to your liking. This recipe calls for spinach, but you can also add other vegetables, such as carrots, potatoes, or peas.
- Serve with rice or naan. Curry is traditionally served with rice or naan, but you can also serve it with other grains or breads.
Conclusion:
Curried lentils with spinach is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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