Curried red lentil stew is a flavorful and nourishing dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Packed with vibrant vegetables, this colorful stew is a hearty and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber, while the vegetables add a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The curry spices give the stew a warm and inviting flavor, and the creamy coconut milk adds a touch of richness. Whether you serve it over rice, quinoa, or naan bread, curried red lentil stew is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to become a favorite.
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LENTIL STEW WITH COCONUT AND MADRAS CURRY
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, madras curry, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions start to soften, about 1 minute. Add the parsnips, sweet potatoes and red lentils and cook until warm, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the vegetable stock and coconut milk. Simmer until the vegetables are tender and the lentils are cooked, 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and spinach and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 1 minute more. Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with the Fresno chile, fresh mint and a lime wedge. Serve with grilled naan if desired.
CURRIED RED-LENTIL STEW WITH VEGETABLES
Categories Blender Garlic Ginger Leafy Green Herb Onion Vegetable Vegetarian Vegan Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook onion with 1/4 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, purée ginger, garlic, and 1/3 cup water in a blender. Add purée to golden onion and cook, stirring, until water is evaporated and oil visibly separates from onion mixture, about 5 minutes. Add curry powder, turmeric, and cumin and cook over low heat, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in lentils and remaining 5 cups water and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Add carrots and remaining teaspoon salt and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender and lentils have broken down into a coarse purée, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and peas and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in cilantro and season stew with salt and pepper. If necessary, add enough water to thin stew so that it can easily be ladled over rice.
- Just before serving, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook cumin seeds and red-pepper flakes, stirring, until fragrant and a shade darker, 30 to 45 seconds (be careful not to burn spices). Pour hot spice oil in a swirl over stew.
VEGETABLE LENTIL STEW
This delicious stew is nothing but good for you! The chunky mixture, seasoned with chili powder and cumin, is chock-full of hearty beans, lentils and other veggies. Steaming bowls of it make a warm and satisfying supper. -Vi Toews, Bluffton, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 13 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine the first 15 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender. , Stir in spinach; heat through. Combine topping ingredients; dollop about 1 tablespoon on each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CURRIED LENTIL AND VEGETABLE STEW
This hearty meatless stew uses Progresso® Vegetable Classics lentil soup, edamame and fresh sweet potatoes. Edamame is the Japanese name for green, or unripened, soybeans. You'll find bags of frozen shelled edamame in the frozen vegetable section.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and curry powder; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gradually whisk Bisquick into broth until well blended. Stir broth mixture, soup, apple juice, sweet potatoes and soybeans into saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
CURRIED TOMATO AND RED LENTIL STEW
This is one of the coziest dishes we have ever had-you're definitely gonna want to curl up with this one! Red lentils are simmered with a fragrant combination of onions, ginger, cilantro, and curry powder. Canned tomatoes lend a gentle acidity to the stew while coconut milk gives a creamy richness. Scoop it all up with toasted naan! Cook, relax, and enjoy!
Provided by beta3
Categories Everyday Cooking Vegetarian Soups and Stews Stew
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Separate cilantro leaves and stems. Chop leaves and set both aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, cilantro stems, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, about 6 minutes. Stir in curry powder and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add 6 cups water and lentils. Use a spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat until lentils are nearly tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add remaining 1 3/4 cups water, cherry tomatoes, and coconut milk powder. Cook over medium-high heat until lentils are very soft and stew is thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Lightly crush tomatoes with a spoon.
- Meanwhile, set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Lightly brush both sides of naan with 1/2 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with salt. Place on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Place in the preheated oven and broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into wedges.
- Add carrots to the stew and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper, and 1/2 of the reserved cilantro leaves. Ladle stew into bowls. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and garnish with remaining cilantro leaves. Serve with toasted naan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 16.5 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1177.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
RED LENTIL AND VEGETABLE STEW
Wonderful stew, can be a vegetarian meal on its own. Or you can add some diced or shredded smoked duck, if you like meat. The red lentils break down, and cause this to be like a really rich soup. If you need to stretch this out, you can serve it over white rice, to do a sort of "beans and rice" thing.
Provided by quotPink Eyedquot J
Categories Stew
Time 40m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sauté the carrots, onion, and celery in the olive oil until they start to caramelize a bit.
- Add the garlic about a minute before the vegetables are finished sautéing.
- Add the red lentils, and stir until mixed with the vegetables.
- Add the stock, tomatoes and juice, cumin, and Tabasco, if using.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat and reduce heat to medium low.
- Simmer until the lentils are tender, about 25 minutes.
- If the liquid all evaporates and the lentils are not done, add a little water to keep the simmer going.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your stew. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Curry powder is a good starting point, but you can also add cumin, coriander, turmeric, or garam masala to taste.
- Be patient. Lentils take a while to cook, so don't rush the process. Simmer them gently until they are tender.
- Serve with rice or naan bread. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Curried red lentil stew is a delicious, healthy, and affordable meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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