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Nutritional Values
680kcal
45gProtein
40gCarbs
28gFat
15gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Lyonnaise Sausage and Lentils
How to order / say it
Say it
Saucisson Lyonnais et Lentilles — [So-si-soh lee-oh-neh eh lon-teel]
Order
I'd like the Saucisson Lyonnais et Lentilles, please.
Locally
Je voudrais le Saucisson Lyonnais et Lentilles, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
Sausage paired with hearty green lentils in a savory sauce.
Why try it?
Indulge in the robust flavors of this dish to experience Lyon's dedication to rustic, filling meals. It's a testament to the region's embrace of ingredients that are both humble and full of character.
How it tastes
The smoky and rich sausage is complemented by the earthy lentils, enhanced with a touch of garlic and herbs, offering a hearty and satisfying taste.
Origin & History — first documented: 1750
Dating back to the 18th century, Lyonnaise sausage became a staple among the working class, combined with lentils for a nourishing, protein-rich meal — a tradition still celebrated today.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g Lyonnaise sausage
- 🫘 250 g green lentils
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🧄 50 g onion
- 🌿 5 g thyme
- 🥣 500 ml chicken stock
Method
- 1 Cook sausage until browned in a pan.
- 2 Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- 3 Mix in lentils and thyme, then add chicken stock.
- 4 Simmer until lentils are tender and stock is reduced.
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