How to make LENTIL TACOS | Recipe

Chop the onion finely, saving some for topping the tacos.

Chop the Serrano pepper finely, adjusting for heat preference.

Chop cilantro and wash it thoroughly before cutting.

Roll the lime to release juices, then cut into quarters.

Measure out 1 cup of brown lentils, checking for debris or rocks.

Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.

Add the lentils to the boiling water and bring back to a boil.

Cover and reduce heat, cooking for 20 minutes, checking at 10 minutes for tenderness.

Drain the lentils after cooking and set aside.

Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil.

Add the chopped onion and Serrano pepper to the pan, sautéing until onions are translucent.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Stir in 1.5 tablespoons of taco seasoning and a quarter cup of water, cooking until thickened.

Heat corn tortillas in a toaster to make them crispy.

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