Spiced Green Lentil Ragoût
This flavorful lentil stew is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together a delightful blend of spices, lentils, and fresh herbs. The fragrant aroma of garlic, chilli, and warming spices fills the kitchen as the lentils slowly simmer in a rich, flavorful broth. Topped with a fresh tomato and herb garnish, this stew is both satisfying and nourishing, making it a perfect meal for any day of the week.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large red onions (450g/1lb) finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves , crushed and finely chopped
- 1 mild red chilli , seeded and finely chopped
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1 whole star anise
- 4 cardamom pods, lightly crushed (retaining the black seeds inside)
- 250g Puy lentils , rinsed
- about 700ml/1¼ pints hot chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 1 large tomato
- a large handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- a large handful of fresh parsley leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy saucepan or cast-iron casserole set over a low to medium heat. Tip in the onions, garlic and chilli and stir well. Gently cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and very lightly coloured.
- Stir all the spices into the onion mixture and gently fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the lentils and stock, then bring to the boil, uncovered, over a raised heat. Reduce to a steady simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, adding a generous pinch of sea salt halfway through.
- Meanwhile, put the tomato into a mug or heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water and leave for 1 minute. Run under cold water, then strip off the skin. Halve the tomato, flick out the seeds, then chop the flesh into a rough mush and set aside.
- When the lentils are just tender but the consistency of the mixture is still sloppy and juicy (add more stock or water if necessary), remove the pan from the heat and fish out as many of the spices as possible. Season with black pepper, check to see if more salt is needed, then stir in the tomato and the herbs.
Prep Time
PT35M
Yield
Serves 6
Nutrition
- Calories: 198 calories
- Fat Content: 5 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 28 grams carbohydrates
- Fiber Content: 5 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 12 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.41 milligram of sodium
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