
Lentil Ful Medammes
SERVES
2PREP TIME
15 minCOOK TIME
40 minIngredients
1 cup dried green lentils
2 cups of water
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
1 finely chopped peeled onion
2 teaspoon cumin
Pinch of sea salt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
2 chopped-up boiled eggs
Directions
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Rinse 1 cup dried green lentils, pass through a colander and discard debris.
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In a medium pan, combine lentils with 2 cups of water; bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until lentils are cooked thoroughly. Strain.
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In a saucepan, warm the remaining tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 2 tsp. cumin, and a large pinch of salt.
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Sauté for about 8-10 minutes, until onions are translucent.
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Stir in ¼ cup olive oil, lemon juice and parsley. Mix and serve with 2 chopped-up boiled eggs (1 per person).
