Petit Salé with Green Lentils – Authentic French Bistro Dining at Home for Two

Some of the best French meals are not complicated.

They are rustic, deeply comforting and built around exceptional ingredients cooked slowly and traditionally.

This classic Petit Salé aux Lentilles is one of those timeless dishes.

A staple of traditional French Cuisine and a favourite on Parisian bistro menus, this beautifully prepared meal combines tender slow-cooked pork shoulder with delicate green lentils, carrots and onions in a rich, savoury sauce that delivers everything people love about authentic French country cooking.

The result is simple but deeply satisfying.

A warming, restaurant-quality French meal you can enjoy at home in minutes.

Perfect for cosy evenings, relaxed entertaining, effortless gourmet dining or whenever you want the comfort of proper French cooking without the effort of preparing it from scratch.

What Is Petit Salé?

If you have visited France, especially traditional Parisian bistros, you have likely seen Petit Salé aux Lentilles on the menu.

It is one of France’s great comfort dishes.

“Petit Salé” refers to lightly salted pork shoulder that is gently slow-cooked until beautifully tender.

It is traditionally served alongside lentils and vegetables which absorb the rich savoury cooking juices and create one of France’s most comforting and satisfying classic meals.

It is rustic French cooking at its very best.

Simple ingredients.

Traditional preparation.

Exceptional flavour.

Why Customers Love This Traditional French Meal

Unlike many ready meals, this dish tastes like genuine slow cooking.

Prepared using traditional French methods and high-quality ingredients, it offers everything you would expect from a countryside French restaurant.

Why customers love it:

✔ Authentic French bistro recipe
✔ Tender slow-cooked pork shoulder
✔ Rich savoury flavour with beautifully cooked lentils
✔ 100% natural ingredients
✔ Ready in minutes with no cooking skill required
✔ Generous meal for two
✔ Long shelf life pantry convenience
✔ Perfect for effortless gourmet dining at home

This is exactly the kind of meal you would happily order in a traditional French restaurant.

A Restaurant-Quality French Meal Without The Cooking

There are evenings when you want something genuinely satisfying…

…but don’t want to spend two hours cooking.

This dish solves that beautifully.

Instead of preparing lentils, slow-cooking pork and building flavour from scratch, everything has already been done for you.

Simply warm, plate beautifully and enjoy.

The result feels far closer to restaurant dining than anything most people associate with ordinary ready meals.

How Does Petit Salé Taste?

Expect wonderfully comforting, slow-developed flavour.

You’ll notice:

• Tender succulent pork shoulder
• Rich savoury cooking juices
• Soft green lentils full of flavour
• Gentle sweetness from onions and carrots
• Beautiful balance between richness and freshness

It is hearty without feeling heavy.

Comforting without sacrificing elegance.

A deeply satisfying meal for lovers of authentic French cuisine.

How To Prepare

Beautiful food should not require effort.

Preparation is wonderfully simple.

Hob Method (Recommended)

• Open the tin
• Pour contents into a saucepan
• Add a small splash of water or stock if desired
• Warm gently over medium heat until piping hot
• Serve immediately

No preparation.

No slow cooking.

No complicated recipe.

Simply heat and enjoy.

How To Serve For The Perfect French Bistro Experience

For the most authentic French dining experience, we recommend serving with:

• Fresh crusty baguette
• Light green salad with vinaigrette
• Dijon mustard on the side
• Roasted potatoes if you want a heartier meal

Pair beautifully with:

• Medium-bodied French red wines
• Côtes du Rhône
• Bordeaux
• Pinot Noir

Light candle, pour a glass of wine and enjoy a genuine French bistro evening at home.

Perfect For So Many Occasions

This versatile French meal works beautifully for:

• Easy gourmet dinners
• Cosy evenings at home
• Quick luxury weekday meals
• French-themed dinner nights
• Effortless entertaining
• Winter comfort food
• Weekend indulgence
• Gift hampers for French food lovers

A wonderful pantry essential whenever you want exceptional food without the work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a complete meal?

Yes.

It is designed as a generous and complete meal for two.

No side dishes are necessary, though fresh bread or salad work beautifully.

Is it ready to eat?

Yes.

It is fully prepared.

Simply heat thoroughly and serve.

How many people does it serve?

This is a generous serving for two people.

Ideal for sharing or one very substantial meal.

Does it require refrigeration?

No.

Store unopened in a cool cupboard.

How long does it last?

• Shelf life up to 18 months unopened
• Store in a cool dry cupboard
• Refrigerate after opening
• Consume within 3 days once opened

Perfect for keeping on hand whenever the mood for French comfort food strikes.

Ingredients

Prepared using authentic ingredients for genuine French flavour:

• Pork shoulder (pork meat, water, salt)
• Green lentils
• Carrots
• Onions

Sauce prepared with:

• Water
• Duck fat
• Larding bacon
• Tomato concentrate
• Garlic
• Salt
• Pepper

Contains traces of gluten.

Bring A Little French Bistro Magic Home

There is something deeply satisfying about authentic French comfort food.

Slow-cooked flavours.

Rustic ingredients.

The feeling of sitting in a small countryside bistro somewhere in France.

This classic Petit Salé aux Lentilles allows you to recreate that exact experience at home with almost no effort.

Simply heat, serve, pour a glass of wine…

…and enjoy one of France’s most comforting traditional dishes exactly as it was meant to be enjoyed.

A true taste of France — ready whenever you are.