Question: how much water for 2 cups of lentils?
Answer: Lentils to do not require soaking like other pulses. Rinse your lentils with fresh water before boiling to remove any dust or debris. Cook on a stovetop, using 3 cups of liquid (water, stock, etc) to 1 cup of dry lentils. ...  Bring to a boil, cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer until they are tender.