How to Cook Marag Adas [Marag Lentil] Easy Recipe Arabic Dish

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dry beans

Split peas are high in protein and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach adds nutrients and is often less expensive.

Rinse lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced potatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.

Add lentils, water, turmeric, cumin, and salt.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until lentils are tender.

Stir in juice from the black lemon and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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