Instant Pot Lentils

Name: Instant Pot Lentils
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 11 min
Ingredients: 1 cup lentils (thee cooking time works well for most lentil varieties like brown, green, French green, and black beluga); 1 3/4 cup water (chicken or vegetable broth); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; black pepper to taste; 1 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs of your choice; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala (or other spices); 2 cloves garlic (minced)

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total: 11 minutes

Servings: 4

instant pot lentils

Ingredients

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1 cup lentils (thee cooking time works well for most lentil varieties like brown, green, French green, and black beluga)1 3/4 cup water (chicken or vegetable broth)1/2 teaspoon kosher saltblack pepper to taste1 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon dried herbs of your choice1/2 teaspoon garam masala (or other spices)2 cloves garlic (minced)

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Instructions

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Step 1

Add the lentils, water, or broth to the inner pot of the Instant Pot.

Step 2

Add salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you are using. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Close and lock the lid, point valve to Sealing (on older models), and select the Pressure Cook setting on high. Select 6 to 8 minutes for al dente lentils, or 10 minutes for softer lentils.

Step 4

When the timer beeps, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes. After that open the valve to release the remaining pressure.

Step 5

Carefully open the pot, discard any aromatics, and transfer the lentils to a bowl.

Step 6

Serve with tahini or white garlic sauce.

Step 7

Store cooked lentils in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days, or freeze for 4-6 months.