4 LENTIL Recipes EVERYONE Should Know

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  • Опубліковано 8 тра 2024
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 363

  • @Rachel-sv9pq
    @Rachel-sv9pq Місяць тому +288

    My mom is a notorious lentil hater but I've cooked several of the meal plan lentil recipes for her and literally just last night she said "I've always hated lentils because I thought they tasted like dirt but lately they've tasted good." You converted her! I'll have to try some of these next!

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +35

      This is so lovely to hear! I love when you can convince someone that they don't actually hate a certain ingredient...they just haven't find the right method or recipe. So happy you and your mom have been enjoying the lentil recipes in the meal plan!!

    • @beverlyheinritz5294
      @beverlyheinritz5294 Місяць тому +3

      I agree with mom. I always thought lentils taste like dirt. I have obviously been eating lentils cooked by restaurants that don’t know how to make them. The first recipe I found that I liked was posted on UA-cam by someone who said she and her husband did not like lentils but loved this soup. That was the recipe for me. All of these recipes look delicious with layers of flavor added. I may go first with the bolognese.

    • @lisetteem588
      @lisetteem588 13 днів тому +1

      that's great. lentils are so healthy. I made some little lentil balls that tasted like greek me*tballs. im veg so.. it's borderline for me..

  • @cwgu4693
    @cwgu4693 Місяць тому +181

    The lentil bolognese is OUTRAGEOUS. I've made it at least 30 times from your cookbook. The wine and whole tube of tomato paste technique is next level.

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +7

      Right? Those techniques just take it to the next level. Thanks for sharing!

    • @nancywaller2907
      @nancywaller2907 Місяць тому +4

      Seconding this! I've made it a bunch and for nonveggie guests and they love it

    • @DiegoPerez-mb8bs
      @DiegoPerez-mb8bs Місяць тому +3

      Do you think the tomato paste could be replaced by reduced, precooked tomatoes?@@RainbowPlantLife

    • @WiseMindNutrition
      @WiseMindNutrition Місяць тому +1

      We want to try this also!

    • @tiffanyrankin9059
      @tiffanyrankin9059 Місяць тому

      This is the best vegetarian/vegan bolognese I have ever cooked. I make a huge batch & freeze it into containers that hold 2 portions each, so they're ready for weeknight dinners. This, with a rocket (arugula) & parmesan salad, is fantstic.

  • @jababygirl03
    @jababygirl03 Місяць тому +17

    Ma’am we need to talk come here …………… I just made the bolognese with the wine and really cook in layers as you described in your recipe. Let me tell you, I’m so proud of myself and this sauce taste so good. Idk if because of the caramelizing of the onion, paste and wine but it was just perfect amount of sweet. Now I’m still cooking currently, I like how thick your was so I’m going to keep cooking but thank you. Thank you for sharing and I will be drilling around to help with having some good meal prep

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  28 днів тому +1

      ☺i'm so glad you are loving the layered flavors in the bolognese sauce! the sauce (without the pasta) freezes great so you can keep leftovers on hand :)

  • @aviapoIis
    @aviapoIis Місяць тому +65

    I am so glad that channels like this also exists in the internet!❤

    • @Elynnewith2N
      @Elynnewith2N Місяць тому

      I don’t disagree but…what do you mean by “like this”?

    • @Peridot07
      @Peridot07 Місяць тому

      @@Elynnewith2NI’ve been watching YT since 2008 and back than videos were more content based and meaningful unlike today’s video

  • @blue-fj9ky
    @blue-fj9ky Місяць тому +9

    People say "but what do you eat?" and "how do you get your protein? 😄
    Mung, chana, masoor, urad, toor, brown, french...some lentils I regularly enjoy!
    Thank you for more great recipe ideas. And kudos on your outstanding videography. Those clear close-ups of the food are great!

  • @deborahh3019
    @deborahh3019 Місяць тому +17

    Until yesterday when I watched this video, recipes for Lentil Bolognese never really sounded good to me. I'm so glad I gave yours a try! This dish is a new obsession with my family. It seems decadent but is incredibly healthy. Thanks so much for sharing your creative gifts with your viewers.

  • @benda777nba
    @benda777nba Місяць тому +3

    I saw this video pop up but my Saturday mornings are so busy...finally after mowing grass I sat outside and watched this video loving life...I'm so excited to try these plus happy to say I purchased your book Nisha!

  • @plauditecives
    @plauditecives Місяць тому +18

    You always remind me that I need to get off my duff and make more of an effort to vary my plant-based diet. I have no excuses either, as I live in Toronto, and have access to a wide range of ingredients. Curry leaves (which I love) are available at the Sri Lankan grocer near me, as is every type of spice. I really recommend the porcini powder you suggested -- it adds so much flavour. I grind my own from the large bag of dried porcini I buy from an Italian-food shop here in Toronto. I love all the dishes you prepare!

    • @lauriefuda
      @lauriefuda 12 днів тому

      I was wondering whether or not you could grind up dried porcinis to make a powder? I've never seen the powder anywhere although I know I could find it online or possibly at the Indian grocery store that I found the curry leaves in, but the problem is they often sell in bulk, or in really big bags and it's just me and my husband. I like buying dried morel mushrooms as well-the stock they make is amazing! Then we use the reconstituted mushrooms and put them in the food processor with some fresh mushrooms and it's really good. Thanks for your tips.

  • @mauimarcus
    @mauimarcus Місяць тому +1

    These all look fantastic! I really look forward to your new vids, and sometimes binge-watching older ones. Thanks for what you do.

  • @MoveWithNicole
    @MoveWithNicole Місяць тому +6

    All these recipes look delicious! I can't wait to try all of them! 😍

  • @hcc792
    @hcc792 Місяць тому +17

    Nisha’s recipes are always incredible, even my first attempt at each recipe tastes amazing…then the more times I make it, the faster I get and the better I seem to do with the taste! Only speaking for myself, cooking takes practice, and I’ve gotten more confident in the kitchen thanks to Rainbow Plant life. It’s actually fun to cook now…cause my food actually tastes good now! Thanks Nisha!

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +5

      This means so much to me! I am so delighted that my recipes and content have helped you feel confident in the kitchen and that you enjoy your food so much! 🥰

  • @dawnkeckley7502
    @dawnkeckley7502 Місяць тому +32

    Tolerance of heat/spice can be hereditary, but it’s simply a trait that depends on the number of heat receptors in your mouth. Spicy foods contain a chemical called capsaicin, which activates a receptor found in your mouth and on your tongue called a TRPV1 receptor. There is some variation in the sensitivity of these receptors, and even the amount of them, from person to person. Birds lack these completely.

  • @rollingthunderagain
    @rollingthunderagain 14 днів тому

    Thank you so much for going into detail on things like knife skills, the coconut oil shimmering, and the mustard seeds popping. These pieces of knowledge are treasure for a beginner cook. I'm so excited to try these recipes!

  • @Artncraft05
    @Artncraft05 Місяць тому

    I love how you added whole spinach leaves, I am used to chop them fine in paalak daal but now want to try it your way ❤
    I’m a new subscriber and loving your modern way of Indian vegetarian cooking, very therapeutic content !

  • @taylorbrooke3310
    @taylorbrooke3310 10 днів тому

    This is also my second video watched of yours and I love them and your recipe ideas!!! They are so practical, yummy looking, plant based healthy easy meals that are much like my own cooking. Thank you for the ideas and for your wholesome videos! 🙏

  • @kaateeh
    @kaateeh Місяць тому

    Hey Nisha! I am madly in love with your style of cooking. Not everything is for me, but most of it, and I still use your instapot cookbook frequently. I remember you made a little cookbooks as well: The Mezzo one, and the Salads one. Have you made more of them? I just can't watch all your videos again :D Thank you so much for all you do, and I can't wait for your new cookbook!

  • @diana1833
    @diana1833 Місяць тому +67

    never clicked so fast on a video

  • @christinelachance
    @christinelachance Місяць тому +1

    Yes! I've been looking for more lentil recipes. Such great timing!

  • @katielouise210
    @katielouise210 Місяць тому

    all of these recipes look amazing, nisha!!! makes me even more excited for your cookbook

  • @Cupcake6907
    @Cupcake6907 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for sharing your recipes! I’m so excited to try them soon!

  • @spoudaois4535
    @spoudaois4535 Місяць тому +6

    I love lentils. They are satisfying and make one feel so good inside.

  • @SiddhisvariBulloch
    @SiddhisvariBulloch Місяць тому +2

    Think I will be trying all of these recipes. Thank you!!

  • @saloniv85
    @saloniv85 Місяць тому +15

    Nisha, you can cook the dal in the instant pot for 8 mins rather than stove cooking for 30 mins. Plus you dont need to stir or baby sit it. More time and effort efficient!

    • @kerry8461
      @kerry8461 Місяць тому +6

      If you have an Instant Pot you should check out Nisha’s Instant Pot cookbook. It’s probably my most used cookbook, it’s so good.

    • @dyutibaxi6659
      @dyutibaxi6659 Місяць тому +3

      Lentils and beans can be cooked in a pressure cooker, saving time and nutrients

    • @lizt2361
      @lizt2361 Місяць тому +1

      thanks only cook with instapot these days

    • @rhondasedillo4612
      @rhondasedillo4612 27 днів тому +1

      ​@@kerry8461 I have that one and love it!

  • @dorianrecord8200
    @dorianrecord8200 Місяць тому +6

    I have just recently discovered the wholesome and hearty magic of lentils and I can’t WAIT for these recipes!! Thank you Nisha for always reading my mind and showing us the best and most creative yet nutritious recipes!! 🌱❤

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +1

      Welcome to the fabulous world of lentils 🥳 hope you’ll love these recipes!

  • @Melissa.Garrett
    @Melissa.Garrett Місяць тому +8

    Thank you, Nisha, you’ve inspired me to try new recipes again! I used to love experimenting, but recently life has been so stressful that I’ve been falling back on the same tried-and-true recipes in constant rotation. Now I want to get cooking again. 😄

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +4

      Hi Melissa! I totally get that, it even happens to me from time to time. I’m honored these recipes are sparking that desire to get back in the kitchen though!

  • @davidsthoughts60
    @davidsthoughts60 Місяць тому

    I'm saving this one. I love lentils and love your recipes.

  • @anndhupelia8175
    @anndhupelia8175 Місяць тому

    Sending a big “Thank You” from Australia Nisha! I LOVE your recipes and your sense of humour.🙏🌹

  • @nickcarneyphotography
    @nickcarneyphotography Місяць тому +1

    I just made the lentil bolognese last night! It’s a steady part of our cooking rotation. So simple and delicious.

  • @vidyasamaroo5783
    @vidyasamaroo5783 Місяць тому

    These recipes look mouthwatering good. Thank you. I am definitely trying to all of these.

  • @arunakamala23
    @arunakamala23 Місяць тому

    Omg Nisha these recipes are outstanding. I’m drooling. 🤤

  • @alinapastor6674
    @alinapastor6674 16 днів тому +1

    Thank you so much for these healthy and yummy recipes . Greetings for Romania 🥰

  • @WiseMindNutrition
    @WiseMindNutrition Місяць тому

    These all look so amazing! Also love the cooking tips along the way. Such an accessible way to learn how to create new meals in the kitchen :)

  • @gemmahilton2236
    @gemmahilton2236 Місяць тому

    Making your lentil bolognaise and it’s amazing. So much better than any recipe I’ve tried for it in the past ❤

  • @jackiecuba3414
    @jackiecuba3414 Місяць тому

    Nisha, you already know I'll be making all of these recipes like I always do with every video you post haha. I've actually made the Bolognese twice before and it was soooo good! That taco meat is restaurant worthy. Yum!

  • @marykaren7542
    @marykaren7542 Місяць тому +1

    These recipes look amazing! Thanks!

  • @positiveme4063
    @positiveme4063 Місяць тому

    Ohhhh i am so glad i saw this video. These recipes are perfect for me .. yummmmm

  • @MP-ep9ur
    @MP-ep9ur 5 днів тому

    ❤️❤️❤️ Love your Channel, love your style, love your recipes, you have a gift …. Thank you for sharing ❤️❤️❤️

  • @kwimms
    @kwimms Місяць тому +1

    Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your amazing cooking skills!

  • @MatthewRobinson-tt8mh
    @MatthewRobinson-tt8mh Місяць тому +1

    Thank you so much for the recipe 🌹

  • @donnapastuszak8335
    @donnapastuszak8335 Місяць тому

    I made the Red Lentil Bolognese tonight and it was amazing! This will definitely be a go to recipe!

  • @Ashweee223
    @Ashweee223 18 днів тому

    I just made the bolognese and it was absolutely FABULOUS! I'm not vegan, but I have been reducing my meat consumption significantly, and your recipes have made it so easy! Your chickpea curry is also out of this world. Thank you for sharing these wonderful recipes with us, Nisha!

  • @jbw53191
    @jbw53191 Місяць тому +2

    Wow. You are just knocking it out of the ballpark! Thank you for your work

  • @nancywhite2014
    @nancywhite2014 Місяць тому

    Thanks Nisha! These look fantastic! I have your instant pot vegan cookbook and am looking forward to the new book release!😋😋😋😋😋

  • @peaceinwandering
    @peaceinwandering Місяць тому +4

    Can’t wait to try the lentil taco meat and those tacos look amazing! All the components you prep up look so good and inspire me a lot. Esp the use of whole foods like cabbage and omega 3s from the walnuts 💯

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +2

      Doesn’t it feel amazing when you can make something super delicious like tacos and still get in those health benefits?!❤

  • @venice9438
    @venice9438 17 днів тому

    This is a really excellent video. I'm going to make the first one.

  • @charlottemimi1539
    @charlottemimi1539 Місяць тому +1

    Love this . Thank you so much x

  • @Reb1111
    @Reb1111 5 днів тому

    I made this today and am so glad I did. This Dal Palak tasted fantastic, although I didn't have curry leaves but will try to get my hands on them for next time. Also, my partner approved, which meant a lot! Definitely going into my weekly meal rotation. Thank you!

  • @chrishicks2977
    @chrishicks2977 13 днів тому

    Everything looks delicious, can't wait to try them.

  • @manelgamaeathige6857
    @manelgamaeathige6857 Місяць тому

    Thanks Nisha, lovely recipes.❤️

  • @IAmVegan-un9ss
    @IAmVegan-un9ss Місяць тому

    Oh I love all kinds of soups thanks for the video

  • @mcgn5325
    @mcgn5325 Місяць тому

    Lentil lover here 👋 thank you for those recipes! Will definitely try 💚

  • @elixirdelatierra
    @elixirdelatierra Місяць тому +1

    I looove lentils, and all these recipes look delicious, I can't wait to try them (obsessed with your red lentil curry btw, I make it almost every week haha). Love the new edit on this one. Love from Spain! 🧡

    • @anji3537
      @anji3537 22 дні тому

      Love all the recipes also in Spain 🇪🇸 is there a Spanish equivalent of atta flour here?

  • @shunwilliams6180
    @shunwilliams6180 Місяць тому +1

    Amazing thank you so much for sharing ❤❤❤

  • @susanneaggerholm2171
    @susanneaggerholm2171 Місяць тому

    I cannot wait to make these recipes. The Bolognese sounds amazing. Thank you for some absolutely delicious recipes 😊

  • @lilaluna8922
    @lilaluna8922 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for your amazing recepies. Even though I usually just use them as inspiration they have heavily influenced my cooking, especially Indian food. Lentil bolognese is one of my favorite dishes and I'll definitely try adding some balsamic vinegar next time but wouldn't want to miss some celery and carrots in it.

  • @plankface
    @plankface Місяць тому

    Yes!! I’m gonna try all these and make lentils my friend. 🌈

  • @suzettesmith2075
    @suzettesmith2075 Місяць тому

    I'm going to have to try lentils for meat replacer. Thank you for sharing

  • @MsDurga123
    @MsDurga123 26 днів тому

    Love your recipes and tried few of them already. One suggestion: instead of using whole curry leaves try chopping them and then add to the warm oil it not only gives out aroma but also releases oil from the leaves and guess what you can eat them too. They are good for you. Happy cooking!!!

  • @mordybarnett5043
    @mordybarnett5043 Місяць тому

    This is awesome, everything looks delicious

  • @LS-mi4pg
    @LS-mi4pg Місяць тому

    i'm so excited for your book!!

  • @marietoby1394
    @marietoby1394 Місяць тому

    Loving your expert tip added here and there aka lentils not breaking down as well in acidic cooking environments… 😊

  • @filofteia1
    @filofteia1 Місяць тому +1

    Amazing recipes. Keep up the good work, very good presentation

  • @StorytimewithSai
    @StorytimewithSai Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for sharing these recipes 🥰 looks delicious!

  • @icookconnect
    @icookconnect 27 днів тому

    We LOVE lentils! Thank you for sharing!

  • @mariedamon5655
    @mariedamon5655 9 днів тому

    This looks deliscious thank you

  • @gregakal556
    @gregakal556 Місяць тому +1

    Your bolognese recipe has become a staple in my family.

  • @chandaharkins4418
    @chandaharkins4418 Місяць тому +5

    The term "baby mouth" has become part of my vernacular. 🤣 I am definitely a weenie. These recipes look amazing!

  • @Islam-11
    @Islam-11 Місяць тому +1

    Looks so good!

  • @AndyRiot
    @AndyRiot Місяць тому

    So creative and inspiring! Amazing content. Thank you!

  • @Rahel8811
    @Rahel8811 Місяць тому +1

    These look so good oh wow 🤩 thank you❤

  • @RSun-vc6th
    @RSun-vc6th 13 днів тому

    Yumm. I have made the dhal and bolognese within the last couple of weeks - they are both delicious. Love it, thank you.

  • @pendomojaxkalibre5686
    @pendomojaxkalibre5686 11 днів тому

    Thank you so much🙏

  • @surabhiagrawal8469
    @surabhiagrawal8469 Місяць тому

    Everything looks really delicious!!! Also if anyone is looking for an authentic north indian lentil recipie, we generally dont use mustard seeds and curry leaves in there. Those ingredients are more used in south indian recipies.

  • @welcometothemanfamily4435
    @welcometothemanfamily4435 Місяць тому +4

    Dal was ALWAYS my favourite food growing up with a Sikh mum, now my mum has sadly passed but I often make a red lentil Dal it's comfort food at its finest. Plus my 5 year old loves it too ❤

    • @RainbowPlantLife
      @RainbowPlantLife  Місяць тому +1

      I'm sorry to hear about your mom's passing :( I hope you find happy memories of her and joy when you make red lentil dal. Lots of love!

  • @HalfLatinaJoy86
    @HalfLatinaJoy86 Місяць тому

    These look great, thank you!

  • @davefleury2583
    @davefleury2583 Місяць тому +1

    Have you ever made a video about how you make your veggie stock? That looks so amazing! Store bought veggie stock is so sad.

  • @Madura87
    @Madura87 Місяць тому +1

    Yes!! Yes!!! Yes!!! That's my girl!

  • @msKita43
    @msKita43 Місяць тому +1

    I live right down the street from an Indian grocery store. Definitely going to go in and search for the curry leaves.

  • @mariebourgot4949
    @mariebourgot4949 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you Nisha! These looks delicious! ^^

  • @mostlysane9376
    @mostlysane9376 Місяць тому

    They look awesome. Thank you.

  • @susannefitzpatrick9955
    @susannefitzpatrick9955 Місяць тому +1

    You are such a fantastic cook, I’m amazed you’ve not been picked up by the Food Network and found fame and fortune! Am constantly amazed how many different recipes you invent which, although not vegetarian myself, helps me do 3 days of vegetarian meals per week and just 4 days where we eat meat/poultry/fish and this is much more economical. I’d love you to devise a recipe using pearl barley - a nice warming stew would be great!!! Thank you. x

  • @vixlenz4104
    @vixlenz4104 Місяць тому

    Looks amazing!!🌈💕💕💕

  • @SP-kk1zd
    @SP-kk1zd Місяць тому

    Dal palak is me current favourite too! 🤩

  • @danielvanrooyen2785
    @danielvanrooyen2785 Місяць тому +1

    Great fan of your approach. And recipes... As for myself: I love lentils! HAve my own quick, easy, simple lentil dishes:)

  • @ldp7090
    @ldp7090 Місяць тому

    other than lentil soup i havent been exposed to them much in the US
    i cooked mujadara once (first and only time i cooked lentils so far) and it was so good. ive always wanted to learn more lentil recipes so thank you !!

  • @coolguynthestreet
    @coolguynthestreet Місяць тому +1

    You are awesome! thank you for the recipes

  • @LauraBriquet
    @LauraBriquet Місяць тому +1

    Notification and click, I love your recipes!!!!!

  • @gloriaf6971
    @gloriaf6971 Місяць тому +1

    I love Indian food. The spices are so good. The onions, garlic and ginger add so much good flavor to the food. Indian food is the best!!!

  • @ANEWCreationLimited
    @ANEWCreationLimited Місяць тому

    These all look so delicious! I can't wait to try them.
    May I share feedback about the video sound? Maybe it's just me (totally could be!) but any time you speak a word that ends with an "s", the mic seems to pick it up very "sharply" (if that's even a term in sound). Perhaps there may be a way in post-production to soften the treble of that? I don't remember hearing this sharp "s" in previous videos. Just an observation. No need to reply. I love your videos and will continue to watch them regardless. Thanks!

  • @ronm6585
    @ronm6585 Місяць тому +1

    Thanks R.P.L.

  • @lsmiii
    @lsmiii Місяць тому

    These recipes are so complicated, but look equally delicious. I wish you'd get with a manufacturer and do premade meal kits.

  • @cd2659
    @cd2659 Місяць тому

    The lentil bolognese is sooooo good!

  • @janecraftswhen...8115
    @janecraftswhen...8115 Місяць тому

    Crunchy snack is superb, a bit too salty for my taste and I will reduce the oil next time but there will be many next times. Thank you for sharing.

  • @roninbadger7750
    @roninbadger7750 Місяць тому

    my Bolognese includes chickpeas, coarse ground and mushrooms, fresh and dried. I found they add that bit more which is nice.

  • @stephanieray6587
    @stephanieray6587 Місяць тому +1

    Wow, just wow.

  • @sisulou20
    @sisulou20 Місяць тому

    I love your channel so much 😍

  • @gergelynagy874
    @gergelynagy874 Місяць тому +11

    I can't tell you how grareful I am for these videos and how much you helped me to improve my cooking. Thanks a lot!

  • @brendafarris7350
    @brendafarris7350 22 дні тому

    Oh my goodness!!!! sooooo good

  • @rockinchairbanjo
    @rockinchairbanjo Місяць тому

    Love your cooking. Do you do any no onion no garlic recipes?

  • @Nia-1a
    @Nia-1a Місяць тому

    I love lentils they are so yummy especially when you cook with Indian spices