A leech or a lentil? What it is?

How sochevitsa became lentils

Lentil - one of the oldest plants on ourthe planet. It is known that it was grown in the Bronze Age. In ancient Egypt, bread was made from its flour. And the Romans, in addition to eating it, used lentils as a medicine. Lentils came to Russia in about the fourteenth century. Unlike other beans, boiled lentils are usually very juicy and soft. Due to this property in Russia, it was called a szevitsa. However, later the first syllable “so” changed to “Th,” and the socevice became known as lentils. In the Middle Ages, dishes from these flattened beans were included in the basic diet of all segments of the population. In addition, Russia until the nineteenth century was the largest producer of lentils in the world. However, in the 19th and 20th centuries, lentils lost their relevance and went out of use by themselves. For almost two centuries, many Russians have not even heard of such a legume culture as lentils. What is it and how to cook it? Today, interest in lentils in our country has increased significantly, and all thanks to the information about its beneficial properties. Many began to introduce these beans in their daily diet, some - use lentils during fasting as a product containing a large amount of protein. Nevertheless, for those who are not yet familiar with lentils, what it is and why it is useful to eat, we will try to give a brief description of it and tell you how to make a very tasty, nourishing and diet cake of these beans.

Useful properties of lentils

First, it is scientifically proven that our lentilsthe digestive system is genetically adapted. In addition, its fruits contain almost all the beneficial substances that are necessary for our body. They have enough protein, not inferior to meat. Lentils are rich in iron, vitamins A, E, Group B, PP, many minerals. However, its most valuable property is that, regardless of growing conditions, it does not accumulate, and therefore does not contain any harmful substances, such as nitrates, and therefore is an environmentally friendly product. Lentils can be of several varieties: brown, red, green, dish-shaped, etc. All of them have the above listed properties, but the most useful, however, is dish-like lentils (photo at the beginning of the article). It is indispensable for people with diabetes because it lowers blood sugar levels. Now you know what a lentil is, what it is and what is the secret of its popularity around the world.

Lentil Layer Cake

To make this cake, we use nopuff pastry, and several thin sheets of Armenian lavash. Firstly, our dish will be less calorie, and secondly, it will acquire a special taste inherent in real lavash.

Required Products

• 3 sheets of pita;
• 1 cup of lentils;
• 1 large carrot;
• 1 onion head;
• greens: parsley and dill;
• spices: hops-suneli, black pepper;
• salt;
• 1 egg;
• vegetable oil.

Cooking lentils for the filling

Бобы чечевицы отварить до полной готовности.Throw in a colander and let drain. Peel and rub carrots on a coarse grater. Shred onion and fry in sunflower oil, add carrots, mix, close the lid and simmer for 5-8 minutes. After this time, add lentils to vegetables, season with spices and salt, add chopped greens. Mix everything slightly. Leave to cool the mixture.

Formation of pie

On the table lay out solid sheets of pita (stacked).Top carefully arrange the filling. Try to gently twist the sheets of pita in a flat roll with the filling. Slightly press down, give shape to a rectangle (width 7-8 cm, length equal to the length of pita). Brush with egg and cut into rhombs. Grease a baking sheet, put pies and bake in a preheated oven to keep until golden brown. The resulting pies will be so tasty and nutritious that it would seem as if the stuffing used was meat, not lentils. "What it is? What kind of delicious stuffing? “- Your guests will ask you.