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POMAZÁNKA Z ČERVENÉ ČOČKY

POMAZÁNKA Z ČERVENÉ ČOČKY

A delicious and healthy spread made with red lentils, perfect for serving on rye bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Spread
Cuisine: Czech
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 200 g červené čočky Rinse before use
  • 600 ml vody Use hot water
  • 40 g mrkve Grate finely
  • 35 g cibule Chop finely
  • 1 clove česneku Crush or press
  • 20 ml olivového oleje Use extra virgin for flavor
  • 1 tsp citronové šťávy Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp sůl Add to taste
  • 4 slices žitný chléb For serving

Equipment

  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly.
  2. Chop the onion and grate the carrot.
  3. In a pot, sauté the onion in some of the olive oil until translucent.
  4. Add the grated carrot and sauté for a few more minutes.
  5. Stir in the crushed garlic, red lentils, and hot water.
  6. Cover and simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Once the lentils are soft, remove the lid and cook off any excess water.
  8. Mash the mixture, let it cool, and season with lemon juice, salt, and the remaining olive oil.
  9. Serve the spread on slices of rye bread.

Notes

This spread is a versatile dish that can be served warm or cold. Adjust lemon juice and salt to your liking.