Authentic Moroccan Tahini Lentils Recipe | Vegetarian Dish
Authentic Moroccan Vegetarian recipe — Tahini Lentils. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry lentils (any variety)
- 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 lemon juiced
- Fresh parsley for garnish (chopped)
Instructions
7 steps
Prepare the lentils
Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
Choose lentils that cook evenly.Sauté vegetables
In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
Don't let garlic burn.Add spices
Stir in cumin, coriander, and paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
This enhances the flavor.Cook lentils
Add rinsed lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
Lentils should be tender.Incorporate tahini
Once lentils are cooked, stir in tahini and lemon juice. Mix until creamy.
Adjust consistency with more broth if needed.Add spinach
Fold in chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Spinach will wilt quickly.Season and serve
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Serve warm with bread or rice.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your moroccan meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Authentic Moroccan Tahini Lentils Recipe | Vegetarian Dish is a beloved dish from Moroccan cuisine.
Moroccan cuisine is an intoxicating blend of Arabic, Berber, and French influences. The aromatic use of spices like cumin, saffron, and cinnamon creates unforgettable flavors.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 14 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
