How to Cook Lentils Perfectly (Not Mushy)

How to Cook Lentils Perfectly (Not Mushy)

from downshiftology.com
30 min

Learn how to cook lentils perfectly - it's easy! Watch my quick video above to see how I make them. Then use them in a variety of healthy, delicious recipes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 small piece kombu ((approx 3-4 inches))

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse the lentils in a fine mesh sieve under the faucet. Inspect the lentils and remove any bad lentils or small stones.

  2. 2

    Add the lentils, water, bay leaf and kombu to a pot. Bring the pot to a boil, reduce heat to a very low simmer, cover the pot with a lid and cook for 20-30 minutes or until tender but not mushy. 

  3. 3

    Drain the lentils, remove the bay leaf and kombu and serve.