Category: Lentils

Small Brown Lentils Recipe | NON-GMO | Vegetarian
Hello everyone and welcome back ! Today we are making yummy small brown lentils, these are really high in protein. In our south asian culture these lentils are usually served with fresh rice and salads. The key is to have best tasting lentils …The south asian stores usually have big size lentils available , there is definitely a difference in taste so be careful what and where you are buying from. Smaller lentils are the best , I bought mine from amazon. These are Non-GMO Project Verified , 100% Non-Irradiated, Certified Kosher and grown right here in the USA. I will post the direct link below if you are interested , I hope you enjoy this recipe and don’t forget to watch the video below.

Buy the lentils here Palouse Brand USA Grown

WHAT YOU NEED
- Onion 1 small (slices)
- Garlic 5-6 cloves ( chopped )
- Lentils 1 cup
- Water 6 cups
- Sunflower Oil 1/2 cup
- Cilantro For Garnish
- Spices
  - Red Pepper 1/2 TSP or per taste
  - Himalayan Salt 1-1/2 TBSP or per taste
  - Turmeric 1/2 TSP
  - Crushed Red Pepper 1/2 TSP or per taste
Instructions
1. Add water to pot
2. Bring to boil
3. While you wait for water to boil –Add washed brown lentils to the water
4. Add spices
5. Once water boils , cover the pan on medium heat
6. Let it cook for 30-40 min
7. Check occasionally and stir the lentils.
8. After 30 min check lentils if soft means you are done.
9. For gravy its up to you .. if you want less water and more softer lentils let it cook more until more water evaporates , If you think you wanted more gravy you may add hot water to create extra gravy.
10. Prepare Tadka
11. Add oil in a pan
12. Add garlic and onions
13. Fry until golden brown.
14. Add Tadka to lentils.
15. Garnish with Cilantro
16. Enjoy with fresh rice , chutney and salad.
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July 3, 2018
Easy Daal Gosht دال گوشت | Mutton With Gram Lentil
Hello Everyone , Its time to try a new recipe and today I am sharing my recipe of Daal Gosht aka Mutton With Gram Lentil. This is a great recipe for meat lovers and people who love healthy food because gram lentil ( also known as chana daal / split chickpeas ) has tremendous benefits. Majority of lentils are high in protein and also a great source for vitamins and minerals. The sum of protein that exists in lentils is up to 35%, which is equivalent to red meat, fish, poultry as well as dairy products. I hope you try and enjoy this recipe. Don’t forget to watch the video below.

WHAT YOU NEED ( Serves 4-5 people )
- Mutton 1 lbs ( estimate ) (pre-boiled)
- Onion 1 Medium (chopped)
- Gram Lentil 1 cup (pre-boiled)
- Tomatoes 2 (Organic) (chopped)
- Ginger/Garlic Paste 2 TBSP
- Sunflower Oil 1 Cup
- Green Chillies 5-6
- Cilantro For Garnish
- Spices
  - Red Pepper per taste or 1 Tbsp
  - Himalayan Salt per taste
  - Cumin Powder 1 Tbsp
  - Coriander Powder 1 Tbsp
  - Turmeric 1/2 TSP
  - Cumin Seeds 1/2 TSP
  - Black Pepper Sprinkle for Garnish
Instructions
1. Heat oil in pan
2. Add onions fry until golden brown
3. Add green chillies
4. Add ginger/garlic paste
5. ( sprinkle water whenever needed )
6. Add meat
7. Fry meat for 5-10 min
8. Add tomatoes
9. Add spices
10. Fry on medium heat until tomatoes dissolve
11. Add gram lentil
12. Add desired water for gravy
13. Cover pot and leave on low heat for 10-15 min.
14. Garnish with Cilantro and Black Pepper
15. Enjoy with fresh roti or rice.
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June 28, 2018
Healthy Red Kidney Beans Gravy | Red Lobia Ka Salan | لوبیہ کا سالن | & Benefits
Benefits of Red Kidney Beans

Kidney beans carry a great source of manganese that acts as an antioxidant defense for your body as well as plenty of protein which makes them the best substitutes for meat & dairy products.

According to WHFoods Cooked Red Kidney Beans have:
- molybdenum 295%
- folate 58%
- fiber 45%
- copper 42%
- manganese 38%
- phosphorus 35%
- protein 31%
- vitamin B 123%
- iron 22%
- potassium 20%
- magnesium 19%
Kidney beans are known to be a great defense against some cancers , combine that with the awesome powers (including cancer reducing ) of turmeric, mixed with the anti-inflammatory powers of ginger and garlic, Voila ! What a great way to keep your body healthy. So don’t forget to try this recipe !

What you need
- Red Kidney Beans 1 Cup
- Water 5 Cup
- Organic Tomato 1 medium sized
- Green Chillies (Serrano) 1
- Onion 1 medium sized
- Ginger/Garlic Paste 1 TBSP
- Sunflower Oil 1/2 Cup
- Cilantro For Garnish
Spices
- Red Pepper per taste or 1/2 Tbsp
- Himalayan Salt per taste
- Cumin Powder 1/2 Tbsp
- Coriander Powder 1/2 Tbsp
- Turmeric 1/2 TSP
Instructions
1. There are two sizes available for red kidney beans we are using the small size bought at the local south asian grocery store ( it is said that the small size tastes better )
2. You can soak it overnight if you like you don’t have to but it ll make things easier.You can boil the beans before starting the recipe so its easier to cook OR you can use a pressure cooker.
3. Chop Onion
4. Add Onions to the pot with 1/2 Cup Oil
5. Fry for 4-5 minutes
6. Add Ginger/Garlic Paste
7. Add tomatoes and green chillies
8. Stir , sprinkle some water if the onions start to stick to the pot.
9. Add all the spices
10. Stir and mix well
11. Add beans and mix
12. Add water
13. Securely close your pressure cooker for and leave it for about 25-30 min
14. If you choose not to use a pressure cooker at this point you can add another cup of water and leave it on stove for 40-50 min.
15. Add Cilantro
16. Serve hot with flat bread ( Roti ) and Enjoy!
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February 16, 2018
Cooking : Chanay Ka Salan With Rice | Chickpea Gravy | Garbanzo Beans | Pakistani/Indian Recipe
Hello Everyone , Below you ‘ll find the written and the videos for the following recipe.

Chanay Ka Salan With Rice | Chickpea Gravy | Garbanzo Beans

You Will Need..

1 Medium Organic Onion Chopped

2 Organic Tomatoes

2 Tbsp Ginger/Garlic Paste

2.5 Cup Boiled Chickpeas ( Garbanzo Beans ) With Leftover Water (If possible ) otherwise regular water is fine.

1 Cup Water ( add more to create your desired gravy look )

1/2 Cup Sunflower Oil

1-2 Sliced Green Chillies

Organic Cilantro ( For Garnish )

Spices

Himalayan Salt ( per taste)

Red pepper ( Per Taste , I used around 1- 1/2 tbsp)

Turmeric 1/2 Tsp

Cumin Powder 1/2 TBSP

Coriander Powder 1/2 TBSP

Murgh Cholay Masala ( Optional for extra flavor ) – 1/2 tsp

Instructions.
1. Heat Oil
2. Add Onions
3. Light Brown Onions
4. Add Ginger Garlic Paste
5. Add tomatoes
6. Fry For 5-10 min
7. Add All Spices
8. Add Shan Murgh Cholay Masala
9. Add Green Chillies
10. Stir
11. Add Chickpea with water
12. Bring water to boil.
13. Cover Pot
14. Let it simmer on low heat for 10 min.
15. Add Cilantro
For The Rice

You Will Need..
1. Small portion of Onion Sliced ( as shown in video )
2. Pre-soaked rice 1 Cup
3. Boiled Chickpea 1/2 Cup
4. Water 2 Cups
5. Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
6. Salt (per taste)
Method
1. Fry Onions till light brown
2. Sprinkle water
3. Add cumin seeds
4. Add salt
5. Stir
6. Add water
7. Add Chickpea ( Garbanzo Beans )
8. Add Rice
9. Give it final stir & check salt is according to taste,
10. Cover the pot
11. Let it simmer for 15 min
12. Enjoy!
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January 20, 2018