Brown Lentil Cretons: A Delicious Vegan Spread

Cretons, traditionally a Quebec specialty made from pork, are often enjoyed on slices of toast or crackers. This vegan version with brown lentils is a tasty and healthy alternative that will surprise your taste buds while giving you a good dose of protein and fiber. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your tastes. So, without further ado, here is how to prepare your own brown lentil cretons!

Ingredients :

• 3/4 cup raw brown lentils
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast
• 2 cups of water or vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon all-spice

Steps :

1. Preparation of the Lentils : Place the brown lentils in a coffee grinder and blend until you obtain a grainy texture.

2. Sauté the Vegetables : In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions become translucent.

3. Adding the Lentils : Add the ground brown lentils to the pan and mix well with the vegetables.

4. Seasoning : Pour 1 tablespoon of tamari, 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast, salt and all-spice. Stir to mix the ingredients well.

5. Cooking : Add 2 cups of water or vegetable stock to the pan. Bring to a boil (stir well to prevent it from sticking to the bottom), then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Packaging : Transfer the lentil mixture into small containers. For better storage, cover the top with plastic wrap before refrigerating.

And there you have it, you are now ready to enjoy your homemade brown lentil cretons! Feel free to customize the recipe according to your preferences. Good tasting !