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Lentilles du Puy
Cover lentils, onion, carrot, garlic, thyme and bay with water. Simmer 20โ25 minutes until tender but intact. Salt near the end.
Tip: Salt too early and some lentils stay stubborn.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Lentilles du Puy take?
40 min all in โ 10 min prep, 30 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegan, Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
How much vinegar?
1 tbsp of Vinegar.
What can I use instead?
Puy lentils โ Small brown lentils. Watch the clock. They go soft faster.
Any tips from this recipe?
Do not use red lentils. They become dal, which is a different and excellent dinner. A spoon of mustard in the dressing is a house habit.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.