The lentil taco is a hearty dish but it is not difficult to make for that. It is born from the reuse of the leftovers that we normally have after the weekend. In some Latin American countries it is customary to cook this type of dish, for example, it is common to cook legumes on Mondays and according to popular belief it is “good luck”. It is believed that the name of taco comes from the original Quechua word “take” (a mixture of one thing with another).
Well, to prepare this dish it is necessary to make a sauce based on yellow chili paste. We emphasize that within the legumes that can be used to make this dish are the lima beans, the lentils and finally, the beans. It can be served accompanied by a sauce made with onion, banana or fried egg. Are you wondering how to prepare lentil taco? We want to teach you how to prepare this delicious dish at home. Follow the steps and enjoy this traditional lentil taco!
Ingredients to make Lentil Taco:
- 1 large red onion
- 1 tablespoon yellow chili paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 dessert spoon of tomato paste
- 4 cups of cooked lentils
- 4 cups of cooked white rice
- 1 dessert spoon of cumin
How to make Lentil Taco:
1.Here we go with the lentil taco recipe! You should cut the onion into small, thin squares.
2.In a skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil, add the onion and cook until completely transparent.
3.Add the yellow pepper paste, tomato paste, ground garlic and cumin. Move with the help of a spoon.
4.Blend half the lentils (2 cups) and add a splash of water for easy blending.
5.In the pan, mix half of the blended lentils with the other half of the lentils and add the rice little by little. Salt and pepper and divide into four parts.
Tip: if you notice the compact mix, add a little water.
6.In a medium skillet add a splash of oil, and begin to shape it with a spoon over medium heat. When a crust forms, you must turn it over very carefully. Let’s enjoy!
With what to accompany the lentil taco
Lentil taco can be served with olive oil and onion sauce. In some cases they serve it with breaded beef steak or chicken. We also highlight that the lentil taco poor is served with fried plantains and fried egg.
