January 10: Recognize the Brahmaputra Beach Festival with Great Lentil Recipes
Enjoy a different type of Indian cuisine for the Brahmaputra Beach Festival! This event occurs in the Indian state of Assam in the city of Guwahati. It arose out of a desire to boost tourism in the region and this festival held on the sandy beaches of the Brahmaputra River was born. It features cultural programs, boat races, and various food stalls.
Assam features distinct food traditions from the rest of India. One of its food staples is lentils along with vegetables and meat. Rather than use spices, Dishfolio food bloggers discovered strong tasting exotic herbs. A technique that fries spices before adding the main ingredients presents a new take on flavor. Try these quick and easy dinner ideas for lentils and experience Assam cuisine!
Stir-fry Beef with brown Rice and Lentils
Delicious dish with brown rice and lentils and stir-fried beef and vegetables.
by Pane-Bistecca
Vegan Sweet Potato & Feta Quiche
Try out this beautiful quiche for your next brunch or for Shavuot, complete with a lazy-girl crust recipe. Yes, it's vegan!
by thegracefulkitchen
Horse Gram Lentil Curry
Traditional authentic South Indian style horsegram / kollu paruppu masiyal recipe.
by kannammacooks
Broccoli Lentil Soup
This flavorful vegan soup is full of potatoes, broccoli, and lentils and is the perfect soup to keep you warm during those long winter months!
by showmetheyummy
Two finger foods from a soup!
Farro, quinoa and red lentils soup with roasted veggies transforming into two finger food! Shock your guest with leftovers! All vegan.
by naturalborncook
Spicy red lentils with radish and avocado
Red lentils combined with radish and creamy avocado - seasoned with ginger and turmeric. A spicy meal that nourishes body and soul.
by fasanelli
A Healthy Snack – Roasted Lentils
Roasted lentils with green mango salsa. A healthy , crunchy and vegan snack! Easy to make.
by Farmonplate
Parippu Curry - Curried Lentils
Curried lentils with ground coconut and seasoned with shallots, curry leaves, dried red chilies and mustard seeds
by indugetscooking
Dal Makhani
An Indian classic made from slow cooked lentils in a tomato and butter based gravy.
by Shumaila
Red Lentil Soup with Beet Greens
This warm and hearty lentil soup uses beet greens, fenugreek seeds and turmeric. This is my go-to detox recipe for the cold winter!
by Farmonplate
Spicy Roasted Carrot and Red Lentil Soup
Spicy Roasted Carrot and Red Lentil Soup is a delicious soup for fall!
by misoginger
Gongura Pappu | Dal
Gongura pappu or Sorrel Leaves lentil is easy and tangy dal variety.
by indiankhana