Savory Lentil Porridge (Somali)
Breakfast · Somali · Ready in 40 min · Serves 2
A creamy, nutrient-dense lentil porridge seasoned with warming spices. Vegan, budget-friendly, and packed with iron. The ultimate suhoor for plant-based eaters.
Per serving
- Calories
- 300
- Protein
- 14 g
- Carbs
- 40 g
- Fat
- 6 g
- Fibre
- 10 g
Vitamins and minerals, % of a day’s needs
- Iron40%
- Vitamin D0%
- B120%
- Zinc38%
- Magnesium27%
- Omega-310%
- Vitamin C3%
Worked out from the ingredients. How we work out our numbers
Ingredients
- 150 g Red lentils
- 80 g Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 15 g Ginger, grated
- 600 ml Vegetable broth
- 15 ml Olive oil
- 2 g Turmeric
- 2 g Cumin
- 3 g Salt and black pepper
Method
- 1
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 2
Rinse red lentils under cold water and add to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth. Add turmeric and cumin. Bring to a boil.
- 3
Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Lentils will break down and create a thick, creamy porridge. Add water if needed for desired consistency.
- 4
Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls, drizzled with a small amount of olive oil if desired.
