BRAISED BLACK LENTILS

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Braised black lentils, also known as beluga lentils, since they resemble the most prized of all caviar varieties, make up one of my favorite side dishes.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup diced onion
½ cup diced carrot
½ cup diced celery
salt to taste
6 sprigs fresh thyme
ground black pepper to taste
1 cup beluga lentils
1 ¾ cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in olive oil over medium heat in a saucepan. Cook and stir onion, carrot, celery, and salt until vegetables are softened and onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and add thyme sprigs and pepper. Stir in lentils until well coated. Add chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and cook, checking occasionally, until the lentils are tender and have absorbed all the liquid, about 35 minutes. Remove from heat and discard thyme stems. Stir in champagne vinegar and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 31.8 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 698.3 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

Loretta Jackson
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I'm on a low-sodium diet. Can I reduce the amount of salt in this recipe?


Jones Kelly
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I'm not a fan of black lentils. Are there any other types of lentils that I can use in this recipe?


Md Azimul
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Nuwair Zia
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I'm allergic to garlic. Can I substitute something else in this recipe?


MD Ovi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some cooked lentils in the fridge and I didn't know what to do with them. This recipe was the perfect solution.


Rahul Ahamed
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I loved this recipe! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Charlie Osborn
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This recipe is way too complicated for a weeknight meal. I ended up ordering takeout instead.


Emmanuel Mbulawa
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my lentils turned out dry and tough. Maybe I didn't cook them long enough?


Nasim Hasan
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook lentils. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


Earning tips
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This recipe is a great base for a lentil soup. I added some vegetable broth and chopped vegetables and it was delicious.


atif Jamal
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Daniel Koroma
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The lentils were a bit too mushy for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


natasha choolan
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This is a great recipe for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner.


Diego Arevalo
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love the versatility of it - I can add different vegetables or spices depending on what I have on hand.


Zulfiqar Ahmad
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and satisfying.


Renee Rudolph
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Easy and quick to make, this recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights.


Oranzaib Oranzaib
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This recipe is a keeper! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Rasel Sekk
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These lentils were a delightful surprise! I was expecting them to be bland, but they were incredibly flavorful and aromatic. I especially loved the smokiness from the paprika.