Red Lentil 500g
The Fastest-Cooking Lentil for Creamy Dhals, Soups, and Nutrient-Packed Meals
Discover the ultimate convenience of Spice n Easy's Red Lentils. These beautiful salmon-orange lentils are sold split and skinless, allowing them to break down quickly during cooking into a smooth, creamy, and comforting consistency. Renowned for their mild, slightly sweet flavour and rapid cooking time, they are the perfect choice for whipping up a quick Indian dhal, thickening soups, or creating nutritious veggie burgers.
A powerhouse of nutrition, red lentils are naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with plant-based protein and fibre. They are an essential, no-fuss staple for healthy, fast, and satisfying everyday cooking.
Key Benefits & Features
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Quick Cooking & No Soaking Needed: Ready in as little as 15-20 minutes, making them perfect for fast weeknight meals.
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Naturally Creamy Texture: Breaks down beautifully when simmered, creating a smooth and thick dhal or soup.
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Mild & Sweet Flavour: A crowd-pleasing taste that absorbs spices and seasonings wonderfully.
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High in Protein & Fibre: A fantastic source of essential nutrients for energy, fullness, and digestive health.
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Gluten-Free & Vegan: A perfect plant-based protein for everyone to enjoy.
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Extremely Versatile: The star of countless quick, healthy, and global dishes.
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At Spice n Easy, we are committed to providing Kiwis with high-quality ingredients that make healthy eating easy and enjoyable. Our Red Lentils are a testament to this—a simple, nutritious, and incredibly convenient product that helps you get a wholesome meal on the table in minutes.
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Recipe for Red Lentil
🍲 Turkish Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek Çorbası)
📜 Authentic Recipe
Ingredients (4 servings):
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1 cup red lentils (rinsed)
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1 onion (diced)
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1 carrot (diced)
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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1 tsp cumin
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1/2 tsp paprika
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6 cups vegetable broth
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1 lemon (juiced)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Fresh mint
Key Steps:
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Sauté onion + carrot in oil until soft
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Add lentils + spices + broth → simmer 15 mins
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Blend until silky → stir in lemon juice
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Drizzle with chili oil + mint
Pro Tip:
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For extra creaminess, blend with 1 boiled potato
🌶️ Why Red Lentils Reign:
| Feature | Red Lentils | Other Lentils |
|---|---|---|
| Cook Time | 15 mins | 30-45 mins (brown/green) |
| Texture | Melts into cream | Holds shape |
| Best For | Soups, purees | Salads, curries |
Serving Ritual:
🍋 Squeeze lemon wedge at the table
🍞 Serve with crusty pide bread
🥇 Other Top Red Lentil Recipes:
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Indian Masoor Dal Tadka (tempered with garlic + ghee)
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Ethiopian Misir Wot (spicy berbere stew)
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Vegan Lentil Bolognese (meaty texture without meat)
Storage Hack:
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Freeze soup in jars (leaves room for expansion)
Need a spicy version or 5-minute instant pot method? Ask! 🔥
*Fun Fact: Archaeologists found red lentils in 8,000-year-old Turkish pots—the original fast food!*
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