SunOrganic Farm

Organic Lentils - Red Decorticated

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Organic Red Lentils (Decorticated) are USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, and have had their outer skin removed for faster cooking and a smooth, creamy texture. These quick-cooking lentils are ideal for soups, curries, stews, Indian dal, purees, and other everyday recipes. Available in multiple sizes for everything from everyday cooking to bulk purchasing.

Product Highlights:

✓ USDA Certified Organic

✓ Non-GMO

✓ Decorticated (Skin Removed)

✓ Quick Cooking

Prepare soups, curries, Indian dal, stews, purees, casseroles, and other everyday recipes that call for a smooth, creamy lentil.

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from direct sunlight.

What does decorticated mean?

Decorticated means the outer skin has been removed, allowing the lentils to cook more quickly and develop a smooth, creamy texture.

How do I cook organic red lentils?

Rinse thoroughly, combine 1 cup of lentils with 3 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 6–8 minutes or until tender.

Can these lentils be sprouted?

No, because the outer skin has been removed, they are not suitable for sprouting.

What recipes are red lentils best for?

They're ideal for soups, curries, Indian dal, stews, purees, and other recipes where a soft texture is desired.

How should I store red lentils?

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container for best freshness.

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FAQ

Top Questions From Mindful Eaters

Yes. All of our USDA Certified Organic food is non-GMO. In fact, all USDA Certified Organic food is non-GMO.

We package/seal our items in BPA Free food grade plastic bags.

Yes. We ship all over the world.

We have 300 different items which come from around the globe. Most are from the USA and Canada. If you have a question about a specific product origin, feel free to contact us. All of the food we do import must meet the strict standards of the USDA National Organic Program.

Yes. We are a Certified Organic Handler. As such we have co-pack agreements with others and our facility is available for further arrangements of this type.

Yes, we ship to APO/FPO addresses via USPS.

Link to your shipping policy.

No. There is no markup of our prices to help with shipping cost. We offer packages of a few items (including Organic Dates), that many people order alone, that include shipping in the price shown.

The web site will calculate a UPS shipping cost based on the weight/volume of items and distance from our facility in San Marcos, California - using your zip code after your name and address are entered. For some orders of about 20 pounds or less it might work out to be less expensive and faster to send via USPS Priority Mail. We also send multiple Priority Mail boxes if appropriate. If we use this option, the cost is adjusted before your credit card is charged.

Yes. You will receive email notification from UPS (or the Postal Service) with tracking information when your order is sent. You can also check the status of your order on our web site if you have set up an account.

We got our start in 1997 in Valley Center, CA near San Diego. We are currently located in San Marcos, CA. Also close to San Diego.

Although we are SunOrganic Farm, we don’t actually grow/harvest any of our products. However, we do have great relationships with our growers and are sure to source our food from only the best.

We consider the price of the largest item to be our wholesale price. This is usually our bulk 20-25 pound bags. This wholesale price is available to all. We keep our prices as low as possible for all our customers. If you order more than 200 pounds of any one item we can possibly offer a small discount. This is done on a case by case basis and will depend on commodity pricing at the time of order.

No, but with an account you can review previous orders, check the status of current orders and get through checkout a little faster.

 Your credit card is charged when your order is shipped.

Yes. We do not have a fancy store set up but you are welcome to pick up orders. If you have several items it might be best to call or email a list so we are sure to have all sizes available without a wait. We are here 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday and weekends can usually be arranged. You can also place an online order – ignore the shipping and handling charges – and add a note telling us when you plan to come.

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