THE BACON-CHARRED PULSE

(Our Play on Petit Salé aux Lentilles)

THE BACON-CHARRED PULSE

Ingredients: 250g Green lentils, 150g Bacon lardons, 2 thick slices Ham (cubed), 1 Onion (diced), 1 Carrot (minced), 2 cloves Garlic, 1 tsp Black pepper, 2 Bay leaves...

Ingredients

  • 250g Green lentils
  • 150g Bacon lardons
  • 2 thick slices Ham (cubed)
  • 1 Onion (diced)
  • 1 Carrot (minced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 Bay leaves

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry bacon until rock-hard and crispy; add ham and sauté in the fat.
  2. The Architect Add onion, carrot, and garlic; sauté until soft.
  3. The Bloom Add the pepper and lentils with a 30ml splash of water; the heat will release the smoky pork essence.
  4. The Swell Add 600ml water; simmer for 25 minutes until lentils are tender but have architecture.
  5. The Final Flourish Stir in a dollop of Dijon mustard and top with raw fresh chives.

Cuisine: French

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