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1 Be sure to use a large enough saucepan as the lentils will double or triple in size. 2  Bring to a boil, cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer until they are tender. 3  For whole lentils, cook time is typically 15-20 minutes. 4  For split red lentils, cook time is typically only about 5-7 minutes. For whole lentils, cook time is typically 15-20 minutes. 2  For split red lentils, cook time is typically only about 5-7 minutes. 3  Be sure to season with salt after cooking â if salt is added before, the lentils will become tough.
How to Cook Lentils. 1  Lentils to do not require soaking like other pulses. 2  Rinse your lentils with fresh water before boiling to remove any dust or debris. 3  Cook on a stovetop, using 3 cups of liquid (water, stock, etc) to 1 cup of dry lentils. 4  Bring to a boil, cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer until they are tender.