Stew lentils on a bed of bulgar wheat

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:03:23 GMT

Step 1

Prepare lentils by discarding any hardened kernels. Next wash in cold water until the water is clear. Cover lentils with cold water and soak for a minimum of 30 minutes then strain & rinse. Place lentils in a pot, cover with freshwater and bring to the boil for 5 mins, then simmer for 10 minutes. Strain & set aside.

Step 2

In a medium to large pan add the oil, sweat off the white onions and garlic, when tender add bay leaves, dried herbs, thyme, and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Then add tomato puree and mix well, add the chopped tomatoes, 600ml vegetable stock, salt and lentils and cook over a low heat for 25 minutes.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, add 600ml vegetable stock and bring to the boil over a high heat, add the bulgur wheat and stir. Cover the pot with the lid and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer for 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.

Step 5

Remove from the heat and let the bulgar wheat stand for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Serve bulgar wheat on a plate and top with lentils. Garnish with chopped parsley and enjoy..

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