ROASTED TOMATOES AND LENTILS WITH DUKKAH-CRUMBLED EGGS
At once homey and inspired, this recipe from Diana Henry lifts stewed lentils out of the quotidian by topping them with harissa-roasted plum tomatoes, runny-centered eggs, and a pungent, Middle Eastern nut-and-spice mix called dukkah. Ms. Henry calls for making the dukkah with a mortar and pestle, which helps maintain a chunky, rustic texture. A food processor works, too, just add the nuts last so they don't turn into paste, and don't overdo the processing. You're looking for coarsely rather than finely ground. You can make the dukkah, lentils and tomatoes a few days ahead. Just heat them up before serving.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- To make dukkah, put hazelnuts in a dry skillet and toast over high heat until nuts smell roasted. Do not go too far, as they burn easily. Transfer to a plate to cool slightly, then crush in a mortar to a coarsely ground mixture. Put sesame and nigella seeds in dry skillet and toast until golden brown. Follow with sunflower seeds. Coarsely crush all toasted seeds and add to nuts. Toast coriander seeds until fragrant and coarsely grind. Repeat with peppercorns and cumin seeds. Combine nuts, seeds and toasted spices with the paprika and sea salt. Store in airtight container until needed. Alternatively, place all toasted spices and seeds together in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Add nuts at end and pulse until they are coarsely ground.
- For tomatoes, heat oven to 375 degrees. Lay tomatoes on single layer in roasting pan. Mix olive oil and harissa together and toss with tomatoes to coat, ending cut-side up; sprinkle with sugar and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until caramelized in parts and slightly shrunken.
- Meanwhile, cook lentils. Heat oil in saucepan and gently sauté onion, celery and garlic until soft but not browned. Add lentils and stir. Add thyme and bay leaf. Pour in 3 cups of water, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender, about 15 to 25 minutes. When cooked, lentils should absorb all liquid (drain any excess liquid if they haven't, or add a little more water if they dry out while cooking). Remove thyme and bay leaf. Add lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil and cilantro. Taste for seasoning.
- Cook the eggs in boiling water for 6 minutes. They should still be a little runny in the middle. Rinse in cold water and once cool enough to handle, quickly peel. Roll lightly in dukkah and set each on top of a serving of lentils and tomatoes. Break the egg in half to see yolk (optional) and sprinkle more dukkah on top. Serve immediately.
BAKED TOMATOES WITH FETA & DUKKAH
Make your own dukkah spice mix to sprinkle over tomatoes and feta, or buy a ready-made version if you prefer. Serve with sesame flatbreads
Provided by Charlotte Pike
Categories Dinner, Lunch
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- First, make the dukkah, stir the ingredients together and set aside. For the flatbreads, stir the flour, yeast, sugar and salt together in a large bowl. Add 300ml lukewarm water and mix to form a soft, sticky dough. Tip the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead for 5 mins until the dough is smooth. Return the dough to the bowl, cover and leave in a warm place to prove until doubled in size, about 1 hr.
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip the risen dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and divide into four pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then roll out each ball into a rough oval, around 4mm thick. Carefully transfer the dough ovals to two large non-stick baking trays. Brush with the olive oil and sprinkle evenly with the sesame seeds. Bake for 15 mins until golden and firm to the touch. Transfer the baked flatbreads to a wire rack and leave to cool.
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Cut the tomatoes in half through the equator and arrange in a large ovenproof dish, cut-side up. Season with a pinch of sea salt, some black pepper and the sugar, if needed. Drizzle with the oil and sprinkle over the feta and dukkah.
- Bake for 20-25 mins until the tomatoes are tender and juicy and the feta is golden, but not too dark. Leave to rest for 5 mins, then scatter over the fresh herbs. Serve warm with the flatbreads alongside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 857 calories, Fat 35 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 104 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 3.2 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season tomatoes.
- Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor and sweetness.
- Dukkah is an Egyptian spice blend that adds a nutty, aromatic flavor to the dish.
- Use a good quality olive oil to enhance the flavors of the dish.
- Crumbled eggs add a richness and creaminess to the dish.
- Serve the dish immediately, while the eggs are still warm and runny.
Conclusion:
Roasted tomatoes and lentils with dukkah and Mindercrumbled eggs is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant flavors and textures, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
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