Red Lentil & Paprika Spread with Caramelized Onions

1. 1 Canned red beanspack 400 g ≈ $1.10 180 g
2. 2 Onions≈ $1.60 per kg 70 g
3. 3 Garlic≈ $10.00 per kg 4 g
4. 4 Sunflower oil 10 ml
5. 5 Paprika 2 g
6. 6 Lemon≈ $4.65 per kg 15 g
7. 7 Salt 1 g
8. 8 Ground black pepper 1 g

Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.

Method

1. Drain the lentils, reserving some of the cooking liquid.

2. Finely chop the onion² and sauté in oil for 6–7 minutes until soft and lightly golden.

3. Add the garlic³ and paprika, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Combine the lentils, onions², lemon⁶ juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor.

5. Pulse until smooth, adding reserved lentil liquid as needed for a creamy texture.