Description
A nutritious dish made with red lentils, garlic, and spices, perfect for busy mornings or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Combine the rinsed lentils and water or broth in a large pot, bringing it to a boil.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Stir in cumin, salt, and pepper, and let it cook uncovered for about 15-20 minutes until the lentils are tender.
- Fry the eggs in a little olive oil to your desired doneness in a separate pan.
- Serve the lentils hot, topped with a fried egg and garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Ensure lentils are rinsed properly and monitor cooking time to avoid mushiness. Try adding a squeeze of lemon juice when serving for freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 16g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 186mg