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Lentil is an environmentally friendly plant, regardless of where and under what conditions it was grown. The product is unique in that it does not absorb the toxins, nitrates, radionuclides and other harmful substances. Red lentils are rich in protein and iron, so it can easily replace meat in the diet.

We prepare healthy and tasty food: soup of lentils and brussels sprouts

Soup of Brussels sprouts and lentils

rich in proteins, vitamins, trace elements. The dish can be classified as a balanced diet, as cereals and vegetables nutritionists recommend to combine.

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The uniqueness of red lentils in the fact that, despite the high content of protein and belonging to legumes, preparing it very quickly: in just 10-15 minutes. In this pre-soaking it is not necessary. But it is necessary to wash under running water.

To red lentils retained all its useful properties, it is recommended to boil in boiling water. That is, first, bring to a boil the water, and then immersed in her bean. During cooking, no need to add salt as it slows down the process: lentils boiled soft longer. After cooking, the water must be drained, and legumes spices to season to impart particular flavor. Red lentils are well used in any dish, whether it's soup, chowder, burgers or salad. During cooking beans are added directly for 7-10 minutes until cooked, the grains do not lose their shape. Exception: soup, wherein lentils intentionally tenderize to a state of slurry. It is noteworthy that the excess boiled beans can cool and clean the freezer. If necessary, red lentils simply thawed and heated in a frying pan to get completely ready garnish.

Those who are watching their figures and the number of calories consumed, you should pay attention to the dishes on the basis of this legume. Red (Egyptian) lentils relates to dietary and healthy stand-alone product that does not require any additives. It may be added in any salads, fed with any garnish, to use as filling for cakes and pies. To lentils from sticking to the pan during cooking, it is possible to add a tablespoon of vegetable oil or olive oil in water in the preparation.

The Asian cuisine is widespread red lentils. It is used for national soup.

The recipe soup oriental red lentil

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It should be:

1 cup lentils;

5 pieces. medium size tomatoes;

1 onion;

4 garlic cloves;

2 tbsp. tablespoons vegetable oil;

1, 5 liters of water;

spices and condiments - to taste.

How to prepare:

1. Onions cut into cubes and fry until golden brown.
2. To him fall asleep washed red lentils for a few minutes.
3. Then it is cooked in boiling water for 10 minutes, carefully tracking that it does not seethe.
4. Tomatoes, garlic and fresh herbs are crushed, add to the onions and stew on low heat.
5. In a large pot mix all ingredients (water with lentil not drained).
6. The seasoning soup with oil and spices, brought to a boil, then remove from heat.
7. Before serving in a dish add lemon juice.
8. For the beauty sometimes decorated with greenery.

Bon appetit!