Syrian (Aleppine & Damascene)
Syrian Noodles with Lentils
Gently simmered lentils, coriander and broken vermicelli, warmed with cumin and cayenne.
1 hr 10 min · Serves 6 · Medium
6
Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 10 min · Cook 60 min · 70 min total
- medium
- 1
Heat oil in a large casserole. Saute onion & garlic until the onion is tender. Add cumin & coriander. Saute for another minute over medium heat.
- 2
Add cayenne pepper, lentils, bay leaf & water. Bring to a boil. Add salt & pepper to taste, cover, reduce heat & simmer for 45 minutes.
- 3
Simmer only until the lentils are just tender. Adjust seasonings. Just before serving, bring back to a simmer & add the noodles. Cook until al dente, about 4 to 10 minutes. Serve at once in bowls.
- 4
In place of vermicelli, use wholewheat spaghetti noodles or macaroni.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.
