Lentil Salad (Yemiser Selatta)

Ethiopia

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb dried lentils
• 3  tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  teaspoon salt
•  black pepper
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 2  jalapenos, stemmed, seeded, minced

Directions

1. Rinse the lentils under running water in a sieve.
2. Then drop them into boiling water, enough to cover by 2 inches.
3. Simmer the lentils for 30 minutes. Do not overcook.
4. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
5. Combine the vinegar, oil, salt, and black pepper in a deep bowl. Mix well.
6. Add the lentils, garlic, and jalapenos, and toss gently.
7. Let sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
8. Once again this did not say to chill but -- I think I would.