Lentils, Another Way
Origin: Rome, Italy
Source: Apicius, 400
Ingredients
- lentils
- leek
- green coriander
- coriander seed
- pennyroyal
- laser root (asafoetida/silphium root)
- mint and rue seed
- vinegar
- honey
- liquamen (Roman fermented fish sauce)
- defrutum (reduced grape must)
- olive oil
- wheat starch (amulum)
- pepper
Instructions
- Cook the lentils; when they foam, add leek and green coriander.
- Grind coriander seed, pennyroyal, laser root, mint and rue seed; moisten with vinegar; add honey, liquamen, balance with vinegar and defrutum; add oil and stir.
- Bind with starch, top with fresh green oil, sprinkle with pepper, and serve.