Red Lentil Loaf, Paneer & Dream Date Sweets


Red Lentil Loaf

Ingredients:

  • 1½ Cup red lentils
  • 2-3 Bay leaves
  • 2 Cups water
  • 2 Cloves garlic, finely sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 Medium onion, sliced
  • ½ Cup Ricotta cheese or paneer
  • 1 Extra large egg, beaten
  • 1 Teaspoon curry powder, mild
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1 Cup tomato, skinned and cubed
  • 2 Slices whole wheat bread, crumbled
  • ½ Cup parsley, chopped
Utensils needed:

  • 2 Saucepans
  • 1 Small pot
  • Knife
  • Chopping board
  • Small bowl
  • Fork
  • Ovenproof dish or loaf pan
  • Greaseproof paper
  • Large spoon

Paneer (optional)

Ingredients:

  • 1 litre (1¾ pints) full cream/whole milk
  • Juice of a lemon
  • 2-3 Tablespoons vinegar
Utensils needed:

  • 1 Large pot
  • Tablespoon
  • Cheese cloth
  • Sieve

Dream Date Sweets

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup pitted dates (170grams)
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 1-2 Teaspoons ginger powder
  • 1 Tablespoon orange or lemon zest
  • ¼ Cup slivered almonds
  • Desiccated coconut as needed
Utensils needed:

  • Knife/food processor
  • Chopping board
  • Small saucepan
  • Tablespoon
  • Serving plate

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Conscious Cuisine, by Damyanti Gajjar