Servings: 4
Equipment
- Instant Pot OR
- Large pot
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried brown lentils
- 2 cups water (3 cups for stovetop method)
- ½ teaspoon salt optional
Instructions
- Pick dirt or stones from the dried lentils. Rinse them in water and drain them.
Instant Pot Method:
- Add the rinsed lentils, water, and salt to the inner pot of the Instant Pot. Give it a quick stir to ensure the lentils do not stick to the pot. Secure the lid.
- Set the Instant Pot to pressure cook mode for 8 minutes for a firm texture and 10 minutes for a slightly soft texture.
- Once the Instant Pot beeps, let the pressure come down naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release of the remaining pressure.
Stovetop Method:
- Add the rinsed lentils, water, and salt to a large pot and add three cups of water. Give it a quick stir and place the pot on high heat.
- Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid with a small gap for the steam to escape.
- Cook for 20-22 minutes for firm lentils and 30-35 minutes for soft lentils.
Notes
- Brown lentils do not need any soaking; however, rinse the lentils before cooking them to remove any dirt or debris. Also, pick any small stones from them before cooking.
- You can replace water with broth to add more flavor to the lentils.
- Keep an eye on the liquid when cooking on a stovetop. Add more water or broth if it appears dry during the cooking process.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 458mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 4mg
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