Moroccan Lentils

This warm, comforting dish of Moroccan-spiced lentils comes together in less time than it takes to travel 8 miles on a speedy camel - about 20 minutes.

With Spice & Easy, making orange lentils is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Just open, spice and serve. Each Meal Starter Spice Mix includes the pre-measured seasonings needed to make a quick, simple and tasty lentils recipe.

DIRECTIONS:

In a medium pot, stir butter over medium-high heat for 3 min. until golden brown. Add Moroccan Lentil mix and toast for 1 min., stirring constantly. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer (covered) for 12 to 13 min. until lentils are tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Top with a dollop of plain yogurt and fresh cilantro or mint. Serve with rice or flatbread.

NOTES:

For a vegan version, use vegan butter.

YIELDS:

Serves 6

Moroccan Lentils Q&A

How do you cook orange lentils?

Cook orange lentils by first toasting the lentils in butter until lightly browned, then add water and bring to a boil. Cook on medium low for 12-13 minutes, until liquid is absorbed into orange lentils.

What are orange lentils?

Orange lentils, sometimes also known as red lentils, are a smaller and milder lentil and make a great source of protein.