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Lentils

Lentils are an ancient food, and are known to have been eaten for around 13,000 years. They are very high in protein. Although there are many lentil dishes, soups and stews are common ways to consume them.

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How long after experation date can you use dry lentils?

Dry lentils can typically be safe to use for several years after their expiration date if they have been stored properly in a cool, dark, and dry place. While they may lose some quality in terms of texture and cooking time, they are unlikely to spoil or become unsafe to eat. Always check for any signs of spoilage, such as an off smell or pest infestations, before using them. If they appear normal, they can still be used in cooking.

Why do you have to clean lentils?

Cleaning lentils is essential to remove any impurities such as dirt, stones, or debris that may have been mixed in during harvesting and packaging. It also helps to eliminate any damaged or discolored lentils, ensuring a better texture and taste in your dish. Rinsing them under cold water before cooking can improve their flavor and overall quality.

Do Lentils have anything to do with Lent?

No. Despite the similarity in spelling, the etymology of the two words is quite different, and lentils do not play any special role in Lent.

Is it dangerous to eat lentil soup which has gone bad?

It could be. If the soup is really smelly and has a bad texture, it has probably undergone microbial degradation while it's been in the fridge. Most spoilage organisms are not dangerous but there might also be some pathogens lurking, so be careful to heat up the soup very well to kill any dangerous strains.

How many months can you store packaged lentils?

Packaged lentils will keep for approximately 12 months. Make sure that they come from a store with a high turnover to ensure that they haven't been sitting on the store shelves for a long time.

Can you eat six year old lentils?

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Storage period for lentil is about 1 year.

I'm afraid I wouldn't eat a 6-year old one.

How many pounds to the bushel of lentils?

One pound of lentils is approximately 0.0167 of a bushel.

What are the main nutrients found in lentils?

Lentils contain a large amount of folate, B vitamins, vitamin C, iron, and magnesium, all crucial nutrients needed by the body.

They are also a great source of fiber, which lowers your bad (LDL) cholesterol, as well as muscle-building protein.

Can lentils make you vomit?

Yes

I ate a lentil with baked cheese topping recipe for 15 years - no problems.

Then one day it made me violently sick about 2-3 hours later. This happened on three consecutive attempts to eat this recipe.

Some years later I found I could eat it again without any problems (though stomach felt heavt afterwards).

Now it makes me sick again.

Do lentils grow underground?

No, lentils grow above ground similar to the way green bush beans grow.

Which lentils have no protein in them?

None. All lentils are full of protein.

What is the meaning of red lentils in kannada language?

One type of Pulses similar to tur dal (Thugare Bele in Kannada), but red in colour, grown mostly Norther parts of India. In Hindi called as Masoor Dal.

Is lentil countable or uncountable noun and can we say How many lentils do you need to make this meal?

Lentil is a countable noun (you can count the individual lentils) so the correct form is:

How many lentils do you need to make this meal?

Why are legumes and lentils considered a good substitute for meat?

Legumes, including lentils, are more than just a substitute for meat. In many ways, they are superior to meat. Legumes contain plenty of protein, but they also contain plenty of fiber, which meat lacks. Also, legumes are low in calories and fat, and they have zero cholesterol, which is plentiful in meat.

Are lentils high in calories?

They are high in fiber and protien, low in calories.

How many calories in 1 cup raw green lentils?

There are 677 calories in 1 cup of raw green lentils, or approximately 1/3 of your daily requirement. They also contain 99% of your daily requirement for protein.