MIDDLE EASTERN SPREAD WITH LENTILS & PEAS
Make and share this Middle Eastern Spread With Lentils & Peas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by T in Marin
Categories Spreads
Time 35m
Yield 4 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook lentils and split peas in a large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 35 minutes. Drain.
- Heat 1/3 cup oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add turmeric and cumin and stir 1 minute. Transfer mixture to processor (or bowl for use of immersion blender). Add lentils and split peas, celery leaves, lemon juice, chili powderand remaining 3 tbsps of oil. Process until smooth. Season generously (to taste) with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to serving bowl. Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving. Serve with pita bread.
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[email protected]This recipe was way too spicy for me. I would recommend using less chili powder or cayenne pepper.
Tajudeen Sekinat
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as good as the picture. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
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[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.
Riham Ali Almas
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Janilis Medina
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! I will definitely be making this again.
Irfan ali Naich
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this dish was surprisingly good! The peas and spices really helped to balance out the flavor of the lentils.
Naomi Queenie
[email protected]This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of lentils and peas, and the spices give it a really nice kick.
miguel Olguin
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with rice or quinoa.
Osayi David
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The end result was a delicious and hearty dish that I will definitely be making again.
Aidan Boyce
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was a healthy and filling dish.
Ahsankhan Ahsankhan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and so flavorful! I loved the combination of lentils and peas, and the spices gave it a really nice kick. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.
Kylee Jenkins
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentils or peas, but this dish changed my mind! The spices and herbs really brought out the flavor of the lentils and peas, and the sauce was amazing. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal.
He Reigns Foundation
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so well-balanced and the lentils and peas were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!