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How to make the Tastiest Lentil Stew. Hearty vegetarian stew.

How to make the Tastiest Lentil Stew. Hearty vegetarian stew.

By Precious Kitchen · 50 min

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Add the carrots and celery and cook for about 7 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, curry powder and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 2 minutes, stirring so the spices bloom.
  4. Add the rinsed lentils, crushed tomatoes, stock, salt and black pepper and stir. Raise the heat and bring to a simmer, then skim off the scum from the surface and discard it.
  5. Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, until the lentils are soft and the liquid has reduced a lot. Add more liquid if you like.
  6. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice just before serving. Garnish with parsley and green onions if you like, and serve with warm bread or hot rice.

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