Saba Alemayoh’s birsen (red split lentil stew)
The owner of Saba's Ethiopian Restaurant in Melbourne shares the recipe for her favourite legume recipe of all time.
Emma McCaskill’s chickpea dhal with papadums
Warm spices, nutty chickpeas and the crunch of homemade papadums – nothing beats it.
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Rice, pasta, lentils, canned tomatoes: koshari is made for self-isolation cooking
Rice and lentils served with a spiced tomato sauce and a pile of crisp onion: no wonder this Egyptian comfort food dish is so well loved.
Jeera rice and dhal
A gently spiced curry and fragrant, herby rice – this is peak comfort food.
Coconut dhal with barramundi
Dhal is the ultimate comfort food and, in this version, coconut milk adds richness to the dish.
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Insalata of bitter leaves, lentils, onion and pecorino
Where bright and bitter flavours unite.
Emma McCaskill’s green asparagus, fennel, lentil and labne salad
A combination that just works.
Red lentil soup with yoghurt and coriander
A lentil soup that's inspired by shorbat adas, a dish often served during Ramadan, does wonders when you're in need of a little nourishment.
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Braised pork and fennel sausages with lentils and rosemary
Sausages and lentils are a surefire route to winter comfort.
Grilled bean salad with lentils
The chargrilled Roman and green beans add so much flavour to this green salad, it could easily make a light dinner or lunch. Just add crusty bread, a poached egg or some shredded chicken.