Jul 09 2026
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Please Ask Your Server For Selections Recipe

Inspired by Paper Lantern
Time45m
Serves4

Red

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Garnishes

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop Vegetables

    Dice the red bell peppers, onion, and mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Rinse Lentils

    Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  2. 4

    Add Peppers and Spices

    Stir in the chopped red bell peppers, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Cook for another 5 minutes until the peppers soften.

  3. 5

    Cook Lentils

    Add the rinsed red lentils and tomato sauce to the pot. Pour in 3 cups of water, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat, stir in fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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