Ancient Egyptians baked lentil bread 4,000 years ago because wheat was too expensive for commoners—protein was luxury.
Lentil Bread
Dive into our delightful lentil bread, where wholesome lentils take center stage! This fluffy, protein-rich loaf is crafted using basic pantry staples like oats and spices, ensuring a deliciously satisfying treat without a hint of flour. Perfect for sandwiches or enjoying warm with your favorite spread, this bread is a must-try for any health-conscious foodie!
Prep
120
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 teaspoon mixed herbs (5 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (5 ml)
- 150g dried red lentils (5.29 oz)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(3)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 ml)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (5 ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt (5 ml)
📦Other(2)
- 20 g psyllium husk powder (0.71 oz)
- 2 tablespoons yoghurt (30 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Add the lentils to a bowl, cover with water and let them soak for 2 hours. Drain and rinse them under cold water.
- 2
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- 3
In a blender or food processor add the soaked lentils, olive oil, yoghurt, salt, paprika, garlic and mixed herbs. Blend until a thick batter forms.
- 4
Transfer the batter to a large bowl and add baking powder and psyllium husk. Mix all together.
- 5
Form 1 large bun with wet hands and arrange it in a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and bake for 25-30 minutes. Enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Soak lentils for exactly 2 hours at room temperature to achieve 65-70% moisture content, which creates the optimal protein-starch matrix for binding without making the bread gummy.timing2 hours, 65-70% moisture
- ✓Add psyllium husk last and mix minimally (10-15 gentle folds) because it forms gel bonds within 30 seconds that can become rubbery with overmixing.technique10-15 folds, 30 seconds
- ✓Use wet hands when shaping because lentil batter contains 40% more moisture than wheat dough and will stick aggressively to dry surfaces.technique40% more moisture
- ✓Bake at exactly 356°F (180°C) because lentil proteins coagulate at 160°F while starches need 180°F to gelatinize - this temperature ensures both processes complete simultaneously for proper structure.equipment356°F (180°C)
- ✓Blend lentils to a thick batter consistency rather than smooth puree because retaining 15-20% texture creates air pockets that prevent dense, heavy bread.technique15-20% texture retention
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Prep
120
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Ancient Egyptians baked lentil bread 4,000 years ago because wheat was too expensive for commoners—protein was luxury.
Lentil Bread
Dive into our delightful lentil bread, where wholesome lentils take center stage! This fluffy, protein-rich loaf is crafted using basic pantry staples like oats and spices, ensuring a deliciously satisfying treat without a hint of flour. Perfect for sandwiches or enjoying warm with your favorite spread, this bread is a must-try for any health-conscious foodie!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 teaspoon mixed herbs (5 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (5 ml)
- 150g dried red lentils (5.29 oz)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(3)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 ml)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (5 ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt (5 ml)
📦Other(2)
- 20 g psyllium husk powder (0.71 oz)
- 2 tablespoons yoghurt (30 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Add the lentils to a bowl, cover with water and let them soak for 2 hours. Drain and rinse them under cold water.
- 2
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- 3
In a blender or food processor add the soaked lentils, olive oil, yoghurt, salt, paprika, garlic and mixed herbs. Blend until a thick batter forms.
- 4
Transfer the batter to a large bowl and add baking powder and psyllium husk. Mix all together.
- 5
Form 1 large bun with wet hands and arrange it in a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and bake for 25-30 minutes. Enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Soak lentils for exactly 2 hours at room temperature to achieve 65-70% moisture content, which creates the optimal protein-starch matrix for binding without making the bread gummy.timing2 hours, 65-70% moisture
- ✓Add psyllium husk last and mix minimally (10-15 gentle folds) because it forms gel bonds within 30 seconds that can become rubbery with overmixing.technique10-15 folds, 30 seconds
- ✓Use wet hands when shaping because lentil batter contains 40% more moisture than wheat dough and will stick aggressively to dry surfaces.technique40% more moisture
- ✓Bake at exactly 356°F (180°C) because lentil proteins coagulate at 160°F while starches need 180°F to gelatinize - this temperature ensures both processes complete simultaneously for proper structure.equipment356°F (180°C)
- ✓Blend lentils to a thick batter consistency rather than smooth puree because retaining 15-20% texture creates air pockets that prevent dense, heavy bread.technique15-20% texture retention