VegetarianMoroccan

Tahini Lentils

Name: Tahini Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 50g Tahini; zest and juice of 1 Lemon; 2 tblsp Olive Oil; 1 chopped Red Onions; 1 clove peeled crushed Garlic; 1 thinly sliced Yellow Pepper; 200g Green Beans; 1 sliced Courgettes; 100g shredded Kale; 250g pack Lentils

Tahini Lentils is a classic Moroccan vegetarian that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Tahini, Lemon, Red Onions, Garlic, Yellow Pepper, Green Beans, Courgettes, Kale and Lentils, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Moroccan cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Moroccan Carrot Soup.

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Ingredients

Tahini50g
Lemonzest and juice of 1
Olive Oil2 tblsp
Red Onions1 chopped
Garlic1 clove peeled crushed
Yellow Pepper1 thinly sliced
Green Beans200g
Courgettes1 sliced
Kale100g shredded
Lentils250g pack

Step-by-Step Instructions

7 steps

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Step 1🥄 Mix

In a jug, mix the tahini with the zest and juice of the lemon and 50ml of cold water to make a runny dressing.

Step 2

Season to taste, then set aside.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan over a medium-high heat.

Step 4🍳 Fry⏱️ 2 mins

Add the red onion, along with a pinch of salt, and fry for 2 mins until starting to soften and colour.

Step 5🍳 Fry⏱️ 5 min

Add the garlic, pepper, green beans and courgette and fry for 5 min, stirring frequently.

Step 6

Tip in the kale, lentils and the tahini dressing.

Step 7

Keep the pan on the heat for a couple of mins, stirring everything together until the kale is wilted and it’s all coated in the creamy dressing.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Tahini Lentils carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

You can freely swap tahini with firm pressed tofu, seitan, or thinly sliced mushrooms for a wholesome, plant-based stir-fry with equal bite and flavor absorption.

Chef Technique Tips

Ensure all ingredients are sliced to uniform thickness and patted dry before they hit the pan. Searing in a scorching hot skillet or wok creates authentic smoky caramelization ('wok hei') rather than steaming the ingredients.

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