Merchant Gourmet Authentic French Puy Lentils 500g
Product Description
These genuine Puy Lentils are grown in the region of Le Puy en Velay in France and are without doubt the tastiest lentil we know. The volcanic soil and unique climate of Le Puy en Velay give these dark green lentils their uniquely peppery flavour and strong earthy aroma, making them a firm favourite with all food lovers.
Product Information
Categories
- Brands: Merchant Gourmet
- Dietary & Lifestyle: Vegetarian
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Prepare & Use
For best results:
No need to pre-soak. Rinse the lentils under running water then drain. Put the lentils in a saucepan and cover with twice their volume of water (try vegetable stock, or half stock half wine for extra flavour). Bring to the boil, then simmer for 15-20 mins until the lentils are 'al dente' (firm to the bite). Drain and serve.
Country of Origin
France.
Manufacturer
Merchant Gourmet,
2 Rollins Street,
London,
SE15 1EW.
Package Type
Box.
Recycling Information
Recyclable.
Other Information
Do not eat raw lentils. The product may contain volcanic stones and small wheat grains which contain gluten..
Nutrition
Allergen Information
- Contains: Gluten
Ingredients
Authentic Puy Lentils.
Dietary Information
Suitable for Vegans
Suitable for Vegetarians
Nutritional Data
Nutrition
| Typical values | per 100g | |||
| Energy | 1302kj | |||
| Energy | 307kcal | |||
| Protein | 24.6g | |||
| Carbohydrate | 49.4g | |||
| of which sugars | 4.8g | |||
| Fat | 1.2g | |||
| of which saturates | 0.4g | |||
| Fibre | 11.8g | |||
| Sodium | 4mg | |||
Reviews
Customer Reviews
05 November 2012
19 March 2012
Loveley lentils
Really tasty lentils. For a minimal amount of time spent cooking these end up much better than the ready-to-eat version.
18 April 2010
Delicious
Delicious cooked in chicken stock. Serve as an accompaniment to creamy chicken and pilau rice
Recipes
Cod with Puy Lentils
A delicious and healthy dish of cod with puy lentils in a red wine sauce.
45 mins
Shin of Beef with Marsala
Easy-peasy inspiration for after-work meals and simple entertaining.
1 hr 55 mins
Lentil Salad with Honey Dressing
This is a light and healthy salad that tastes just as good the day after it is made. If you fancy serving with homemade croutons, simply drizzle a little olive oil over sliced ciabatta bread, cook until crisp and golden on a preheated griddle pan and cut into croutons.
45 mins
Carrot and Cashew Fan
Orange and cardamom complement the natural sweetness of carrots and cashews in this tasty meal.
1 hr 20 mins
Lebanese-style Lentils
Cook's Note Always rinse dried lentils thoroughly before using. They can be muddy and gritty. Variation Use pistachio nuts or almonds instead of pine nuts.
50 mins
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Puy lentils are the best...
...if you want the lentils to retain their firmness without being hard, and these Merchant Gourmet ones are as good as you can get. Try them and you'll never use anything else.