In dal, soup or salad, the beautiful orange-pink seeds of coral lentil come to liven up our dishes. This legume ticks all the right boxes when it comes to health. We don’t hesitate to cook it to replace pasta and rice!
Rich in vegetable proteins, fibers, minerals… lwith coral lenses is also an excellent weight loss food that provides very quick feeling of satiety. because the list of his qualities is quite long, is believed to be consumed throughout the year. And that’s okay, there are many ways to accommodate coral lens.
How do you cook coral lentils?
Coral lens actually is Red lentil from which the membrane has been removed! This also makes them more fragile than other varieties of pulses. They are cooked in the pan and we always start cooking them in cold water, right after you give them a quick rinse. It is necessary to count 3 parts water to one part lentils. You should then follow the cooking time indicated on your package and feel free to reduce it by one minute for crispy cooking. usually we count 10 minutes of boiling after boiling water and reduce heat and cover. Add salt at the end of cooking. Indeed, boiling lentils in salted water harden them.
How do you know when coral lentils are cooked?
Coral lentils cook very quickly. because they no longer have their protective membrane. This is why they have a reputation for turning to mush very quickly. Depending on the dishes you are preparing, the cooking time will not have the same meaning. If you are looking for melting textureyou can cook them longer until they explode. For firmer texture, Reduce the cooking time of your coral lentils compared to the time indicated on the package. This way they will look great in your salads.
Why should red lentils be rinsed?
Coral lentils, like green lentils, do not no need to soak before cooking like other legumes. In contrast, you must run them under clear water before cooking them. This helps them get rid of indigestible substances that can cause stomach aches. But rest assured, coral lenses are most easily digested in the large legume family. An advantage it shares with green lentils, which also have fewer gas-causing carbs and other discomforts
How to eat coral lentils?
Depending on the cooking time, you will get crispy or melting lentils. These two options do not spoil the taste, but suit different dishes. Melting Coral Lens are used to make a creamy dal to which coconut milk is added. Widely used in Turkish cuisine, this lentil is also used to make soups flavored with cumin, coriander for an oriental twist. Very popular in vegan cuisine, they can be used in the composition of vegan lasagna, as in this recipe, where they are mixed with tomato sauce.
In their crunchy versions, lentils are found in salads like tabbouleh, topping Buddha bowls. You can also make delicious falafel style lentil dumplings! Finally, as recommendedcombine legumes with grains, you can make a porridge with coral lentils by boiling them with oats. To do this, follow the steps of this recipe suggested by Vivien Paille!