LENTILS, RED CHIEF
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LENTILS, RED CHIEF
RCL-5
Description:
Red Chief Lentils are the tiny, lens shaped seed of a small shrub. Red Chief Lentils are one of the most common types of lentils. Red Chief Lentils are deep orange to rich red in color with a mild, earthy flavor and soft texture. Red Chief Lentils are more of a medium size, quick cooking lentil about ½ to ¾ cm. When cooked they hold their shape and since they are mild in flavor they do well with more assertive flavorings. Used in vegetarian cooking as a meat substitute, these tiny lentils are low in fat and high in protein and fiber. A staple food for many South Asian cultures, lentils have been eaten for over 8000 years and originated in Southwestern Asia along the Indus River. There is no need to soak lentils.
Product Description
Red Chief Lentils are a medium size quick cooking lentil. Red Chief Lentils are deep orange to red in color and are about 1/2 to 3/4 cm. wide with a mild, earthly flavor and soft texture. Red Chiefs hold their shape well when cooked. This tiny lens shaped Pulse has traditionally been used as a meat substitute (a pulse is the dried seed of any legume, such as beans and peas). Lentils are the seed of a small shrub and are dried after harvesting
Physical
Color: Reddish to orange.
Flavor: Typical of lentils.
Size: Approximately 3/16 – ¼ inch in diameter.
Chemical
Moisture: N/A Sulfites: N/A Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Red Lentils (may contain a trace percentage of cereal grains).
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Bag in box, food grade paper bag or to customer specifications.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <500,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <250 cfu / g
YEAST: <1000 cfu / g
MOLD: <1000 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
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Serving Size 37g (uncooked) Number of Servings |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 120 | Calories from Fat 0 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 0mg | 0% |
| % | |
| Total Carbohydrate 21g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 11g | 44% |
| Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 0g | % |
| Vitamin A | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3% |
| Calcium | 2% |
| Iron | 15% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Grilled swordfish with lentils and spicy red onion, Red Lentil salad, Red Lentil soup, curried Red Lentils, Red Lentils and lamb, Lentils and wild rice soup, and Lentil chili are just a few of the unique and colorful recipes options available for this versatile lentil. Season Red Lentils with spicy chile peppers, fresh herbs, garlic or curry, add dried fruits or mint for a savory taste. Toss cooked and chilled Red Lentils and diced roasted vegetables with a little olive oil.
Substitutes: Yellow, green or brown Lentils.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
Lentils do not require soaking. Simmer 1 cup lentils with 4 cups water 12 minutes for salads, 15-20 minutes for main dishes and 20 minutes for soups and purees. Skim the water while cooking.
One cup dry yields 2 cups cooked.