Simply rinse the Puy lentils and simmer in three times their volume of water for 25-30 minutes until tender with a slight bite. These Merchant Gourmet dried lentils are high in protein and fibre, low in fat, and suitable for vegans. Grown in Le Puy-en-Velay, France and imported by a popular UK brand, they work well in salads, curries, and stews.
High in protein. High in fibre. Low in fat. Vegetarian Society Approved - Vegan. No pre-soak needed. Grown in Le Puy-en-Velay, France, Puy Lentils have a unique peppery flavour and retain their shape and texture during cooking. They cook in just 25 minutes and are packed full of plant-based protein and fibre, making them a great addition to salads, curries, stews, ragus or casseroles.
Size: 300g
Ingredients: Puy Lentils
Allergy Advice:
Lifestyle:
Nutritional Claims:
Warnings: Caution: Do not eat raw lentils.
Nutrition:
| Energy | 391kJ |
| Energy | 92kcal |
| Fat | 0.7g |
| - of which saturates | 0.1g |
| Carbohydrate | 15g |
| - of which sugars | 0.2g |
| Fibre | 7.4g |
| Protein | 7.8g |
| Salt | <0.01g |
Reference intake:
| Energy | 5% |
| Fat | 1% |
| Saturates | <1% |
| Sugars | <1% |
| Salt | <1% |
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store in an airtight container for best quality.
Usage: Simple to prepare No need to pre-soak. Rinse thoroughly then place in a saucepan and cover with 3 x their volume in water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the lentils have softened with a slightly firm bite. Drain and serve.
Get creative For the perfect veggie Bolognese, cook the lentils as per pack instructions and set aside. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until soft, then stir in tomato purée. Add a glass of red wine and reduce by half. Stir in the cooked lentils, together with tinned tomatoes and bay leaves. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10 mins. Serve with spaghetti and enjoy!
Manufacturer's Address:
Merchant Gourmet UK,
Freepost Merchant Gourmet Limited,
London.
Merchant Gourmet EU,
4 Wildflower Way,
Boucher Road,
Belfast,
BT12 6TA.
