How To Cook Black Lentils
Wondering how to cook black lentils? Easy and healthy, black lentils can help you make filling vegan dishes. Ready in just 6-20 minutes, depending on which cooking method you pick!
Servings: 4
Calories: 152kcal
Equipment
Instructions
Black Lentils On The Stovetop
- Rinse lentils thoroughly.
- Boil water in a small or medium saucepan.
- Add black lentils, salt, and any aromatics you like when the water starts to boil. Then, turn down to a simmer (low-medium heat).
- Cook until the preferred texture is reached.
- Strain lentils and use them as desired.- For a firm texture, cook for 15 minutes.- For soft, tender black lentils, cook for a total of 17 minutes.- For very soft, cook black lentils for 20 minutes total.
How To Cook Black Lentils In An Instant Pot
- Rinse the black lentils thoroughly.
- Add 1 cup of black lentils and 2 cups of water to your Instant Pot.
- Set your Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Naturally, let the pressure release for 10 minutes.
- Release the remaining steam by setting the steam release valve to “venting.”
- Strain any remaining water and use the cooked black lentils as desired.- For firmer black lentils, cook for 6 minutes. - For soft, tender black lentils, cook for a total of 8 minutes. - For very soft, cooked black lentils for 10 minutes.
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Storage Tips
Cooked black lentils store wonderfully in your fridge or freezer!
- Fridge: Store cooked black lentils in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days. If you are hoping to read the week mark, then I would highly recommend storing them in an airtight glass food storage container. A mason jar or similar glass canning jar works great for this. Alternatively, glass Tupperware (usually sold with a plastic lid) is great too.
- Freezer: Storing cooked lentils in the freezer for up to six months is a great choice for meal prep. Freezing different types of cooked lentils in a silicone food storage bag, like a Stasher or another freezer-safe food storage container, is an excellent choice.
Please read the blog post above for more helpful tips, tricks, and topping suggestions!
Nutrition
Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 0.03mg | Fiber: 10g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 4mg
