HUNGARIAN LENTIL STEW

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Provided by Leslie Kaufman

Categories     dinner, easy, one pot, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1-pound bag brown lentils
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
3 bay leaves
2 cups whole-fat sour cream
3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon salt, or as needed
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
2 tablespoons brown mustard, or as needed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or as needed

Steps:

  • If desired, place lentils in a bowl with water to cover, and soak overnight; this step may be skipped, but makes lentils more digestible.
  • Place a large (5- to 6-quart) saucepan over medium-low heat, and add oil and onion. Sauté until tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and paprika, and sauté until garlic is fragrant, 1 minute more. Add lentils, 8 cups water and bay leaves. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 50 minutes; add water as needed if mixture seems too thick.
  • When lentils are tender, in a small bowl stir together sour cream, flour and milk. Add to lentils and simmer 2 to 3 minutes. Add salt, brown sugar, mustard and lemon juice, adjusting amounts as needed for a slightly piquant flavor. If desired, remove and discard bay leaves. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 370, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 221 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Azka Khan
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This was the first time I've ever had Hungarian lentil stew and it was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Braylon Cisneros
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Narayan Narayan
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This stew was delicious! I loved the combination of lentils and vegetables.


Keaisa Rice
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Houcin Khelouf
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out great. It was hearty and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Ranarehan Ranarehan
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This stew was delicious and very filling. I served it with a side of rice and it was the perfect meal.


Carlos Hernandez
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this stew was surprisingly good. I would definitely make it again.


Azhan Amir
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Help Youtube
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would use less paprika next time.


Vivan Chioma
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This stew was hearty and flavorful. I loved the smoky flavor from the paprika.


Alizey shah
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This stew was delicious! I used green lentils instead of brown lentils and it turned out great. I also added some chopped carrots and celery for extra flavor.


George Matthew
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I've made this stew several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


Ernest Mbale
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This stew was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. Overall, it was a good recipe but I would make some changes next time.


hulda flores
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out great! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and flavorful stew.


SQUIDS EarLobes
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This stew was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Itx Adeel
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I'm not usually a fan of lentil stews, but this one was surprisingly delicious. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I'll definitely be making this again!


Gabriella Adiete
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This Hungarian lentil stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and comforting, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of paprika, which gave the stew a nice smoky flavor.