Spicy oriental lentils with lamb ragout recipe

Spicy Oriental Lentils with Lamb Ragout recipe

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Introducing the delectable Spicy Oriental Lentils with Lamb Ragout recipe, a fusion of bold flavors and tender textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish combines the earthy richness of lentils with succulent lamb ragout, creating a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western influences. The lentils are infused with aromatic spices, adding a fiery kick to the dish. With its hearty and satisfying nature, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a flavorful and comforting meal.

Keywords: spicy oriental, lentils, lamb ragout, fusion, bold flavors.

spicy oriental lentils with lamb ragout recipe details

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Ingredients

½ cup(s)	red lentils
1 ½ cup(s)	water
½ cup(s)	mountain lentils
1 ½ cup(s)	water
500 g	lean lamb, diced
2	onions, chopped
8	green cardamom pods, crushed
1 tsp	coriander seeds
1 tbsp	coriander leaves, finely chopped
2	dried chilies, chopped
2 clove(s)	garlic, minced
½ tsp	cumin
5 tbsp	oil
	salt and pepper
100 ml	water

Instructions

Separately soak the lentils in water overnight.

In a mortar pestle the coriander seeds together with coriander leaves and cumin.

Prepare 2 saucepans. In each pan, heat 1.5 tablespoons of the oil. Sauté 1/3 of the onion and garlic in each. Stir ˝ teaspoon of the spice mixture, 1 chili and some pepper into each and cook for a minute.

Pour the lentils with fresh water separately into the two saucepans and add ˝ teaspoon of salt into each. Bring to a boil. Cover both pans and allow to simmer over low heat until the lentils are done.

In a pan, heat the remaining oil. Fry the lamb meat for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the remaining onions, garlic and spices. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the green cardamom. Pour in 100 ml of water, cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes.

Arrange the two sorts of lentils on individual plates and add the lamb ragout.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 20 min
Resting time:
ca. 12 hrs
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a