Smoky Red Lentil Stew
Method:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep braiser over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, onion and celery and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5-6 minutes. Add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne and rinsed lentils and stir well. Pour in the vegetable stock, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Cover the pot halfway and simmer for 7-10 minutes, until the lentils are done to your liking. Stir in the lemon juice and serve hot, topped with chopped fresh herbs.
Ingredients:
- olive oil 3 (tbsp)
- carrot 2 (pieces)
- yellow onion 1 (pieces)
- celery 2 (stalks)
- garlic 3 (cloves)
- balsamic vinegar 1 (tbsp)
- smoked paprika 2 (tbsp)
- cumin powder 0.25 (tsp)
- cayenne pepper 0.25 (tsp)
- lentils 1.25 (cups)
- vegetable stock 4 (cups)
- salt 1 (pinch)
- lemon juice 2 (tbsp)
- fresh parsley 1 (bunch)
