Lentils

Premium green lentils from Aden Cennet are a 100% natural pulse of the highest quality, excelling with their full, gently nutty flavour and firm structure. Unlike other varieties they do not fall apart during cooking and hold their shape beautifully. They are a natural source of plant protein and fibre. They belong unquestionably in traditional Middle Eastern cuisine – they are the basis of the famous dish Mujadara (a lentil dish with rice and crisply fried onion), but it also works perfectly in fresh warm and cold salads, hearty soups or as a healthy side dish.

Red lentils are a natural pulse of premium quality with a delicately nutty flavour. Thanks to their quick preparation and high protein and carbohydrate content they are excellent for traditional thick Middle Eastern soups (such as the Arabic Shorbat Adas), Indian dal, spreads or for thickening sauces and stews. It does not need soaking and is cooked within a few minutes.

Premium hulled, split red lentils from Altunsa. These lentils are popular for their very quick preparation, as they need no soaking and break down easily during cooking to create a creamy consistency. They are the ideal base ingredient for traditional Middle Eastern soups (Mercimek Çorbası), Indian dhal dishes or nourishing spreads.