STEAMED LENTILS WITH SAFFRON

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Make and share this Steamed Lentils With Saffron recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

11 ounces brown lentils or 11 ounces green lentils
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 slices prosciutto, cut in small stripes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon saffron thread
3 cups vegetable stock
salt

Steps:

  • Rinse the lentils well.
  • Heat the vegetable stock in a small pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a different medium pot heat the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and cook until translucent, 5 to 8 minutes, then add the prosciutto and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Add the lentils, cook for another 2-3 minutes, and pour the white wine.
  • Add the saffron and cook until the alcohol has evaporated, 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the stock, salt to taste, and cook over low heat for 50 minutes to 1 hour, covered.
  • Add water or more stock if necessary.

DJ Leak
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I'm not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lentils were hearty and filling, and the saffron added a nice touch of flavor.


SaidKarimKhan Rahmatzai
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting, and the lentils are a great source of protein.


bhai samiullah
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I love the addition of saffron to this dish. It really gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Baitullah Khan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The lentils are so creamy and flavorful.


Artistic Yuno
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my lentils turned out mushy. I think I might have overcooked them.


Judy Lynn Turner
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


ASHRAFT Md
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook lentils, and this recipe was a great find. It's healthy and delicious, and it's easy to make.


DOCTOR LETHABO MOGOBOYA
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Sakariye Bashiir
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The lentils were a bit overcooked, but the flavor was still good.


Chidinma Chikezie
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices.


Maryam Adnan
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I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but the saffron and spices really made them shine.


N'jeri Binta
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This recipe is a keeper! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the saffron added a lovely flavor.


Nikki M
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Agomuo Obianuju
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So easy to make and so delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Aj FIELDS
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The saffron and spices really made the dish flavorful.


Rayan Khan
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This steamed lentil dish with saffron turned out amazing! The lentils were cooked perfectly, and the saffron added a wonderful flavor.


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