LENTEN LENTILS, OAXACAN-STYLE
These unusual, luscious lentils are a traditional Lenten meal of Oaxaca, Mexico. Pineapple, plantain, cloves and allspice give this dish a tropical feel - plus there's plenty of garlic for zip. Garnish with fried plantain slices.
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring lentils and water to a boil, with 2 halved garlic cloves and 1/2 white onion.
- Reduce heat, then cover and simmer over low heat about 20 minutes or until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Drain and reserve lentil cooking liquid.
- At this point, I like to fish out the garlic halves but leave the onion, which breaks down in the lentils.
- Season with salt.
- Heat oil in large saucepan and saute chopped white onion and the 2 minced garlic cloves until onion is soft.
- Add plantain, pineapple and tomatoes; cook until plantain is soft, anywhere from 15 to 25 minutes.
- Add lentils and some reserved lentil cooking liquid.
- Continue cooking until mixture thickens a little; add more cooking liquid or even some vegetable or chicken broth if necessary so lentils aren't dry.
- Serve garnished with fried plantain slices.
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Ayad Mohamed
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Marta Orellana Fernandez
[email protected]Can't wait to make this dish again. It's a great way to enjoy lentils and the Oaxacan-style sauce is simply delicious.
abdallah Ihihi
[email protected]Would love to try this recipe in a slow cooker. Think it would be a great way to have a warm and comforting meal ready when I get home from work.
IBRAHIM TAHIR ZAKARI
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The lentils are tender and the sauce is flavorful. Highly recommend!
Diane Smith
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the lentils were cooked perfectly.
Jenny Harake
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I added some chopped veggies and spices, and it was a delicious and easy meal.
Umar Hector
[email protected]Great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I'm definitely adding this to my regular rotation of meals.
Nasha Pride
[email protected]Used a blend of different types of lentils for a more interesting texture. Loved it!
Mekwa Johannes
[email protected]Added some chopped greens to the dish for an extra boost of nutrition. Turned out great!
Suraia Akhter
[email protected]This dish is perfect for meal prep. It reheats well and tastes just as good the next day. I've been enjoying it for lunch all week!
Xiao San
[email protected]I love that this recipe is meatless but still so hearty and satisfying. The lentils are nutritious and the vegetables add a nice variety of textures.
Ivan Calico
[email protected]Initially skeptical about the combination of lentils and Oaxacan flavors, but was pleasantly surprised. The lentils had a nice bite and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. Would recommend!
Alex Princess
[email protected]This dish was surprisingly good. I'm not usually a big lentil fan, but the Oaxacan-style sauce really elevated the dish. The smoky chipotle and the tangy tomatillos worked together beautifully.
imran saad
[email protected]This Lenten lentil dish was a lifesaver during my busy week. It was quick to prepare and packed with flavor. The lentils were perfectly cooked and the spices added the perfect touch.
Linet Mukundi
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The lentils were tender and the sauce was flavorful. Paired it with some brown rice and it was a complete meal.
Castle Henry
[email protected]I loved the unique flavors in this dish. The combination of lentils, spices, and vegetables was really tasty. I served it with some warm tortillas and it was a hit!
Chaquita Ross
[email protected]The lentils were flavorful and the broth was savory and delicious. I enjoyed the fresh cilantro and onion garnish.
Norah Middlebrook
[email protected]This recipe was an absolute hit! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the Oaxacan-style sauce was incredible. The smoky chipotle and the acidity from the tomatillos balanced each other out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again!
Zaifi Zaifi
[email protected]This Lenten lentil dish was flavorful and satisfying. The combination of spices, vegetables, and lentils created a rich and hearty meal. Would definitely make again!