Red Lentil And Peanut Dip Recipes

RED LENTIL DIP

Steps:

• Place lentils and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are very soft, about 45 minutes. Drain through a fine-mesh sieve until mixture is thick but not dry.
• Place the lentils in a food processor. Process until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients except the parsley. Process until smooth. Serve with crackers, and garnish with parsley.

RED LENTIL AND PEANUT DIP

Steps:

• 1. Heat 2-3 cups water to a boil. Add lentils and cook uncovered, until tender. About 12 minutes.
• 2. Drain lentils. Put in bowl and stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, curry powder and salt.
• 3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium. Add chili strips and peanuts. Stir and cook until peanuts are golden, about 2 minutes.
• 4. Spoon lentil mixture into serving dish. Spoon the peanuts, chili strips and remaining oil over lentils. Garnish with cilantro. Serve warm with chips , naan or pita.

LENTILS AND RED PEPPER DIP

Steps:

• In a skillet, softened bell peppers and garlic in oil. Add salt and pepper. Add chicken stock, lentils and lemon juice. Bring to boil. Cover and let simmer about 15 minutes or until lentils are tender.
• In a food processor, reduce in a creamy puree. Adjust seasoning. Let cool. Cover and refrigerate until cold.
• Serve as a dip with grilled pita bread, veggies or as a garnish for sandwiches.