POTATO-CRUSTED LENTIL HOTPOT

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This is a fave in our household. Very hearty and warming on a frosty winter night. Affectionately known as 'hippy hotpot'. I chop the veges finely to ensure even cooking.

Provided by VegeMight

Categories     Grains

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup red lentil
5 medium potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon hot curry powder
5 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 large vegetable stock cube, crumbled
1 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
15 g butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Add lentils to a large saucepan of boiling water; bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  • Drain well.
  • Boil or steam potatoes in their skins until tender. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan; add onions, carrots, celery and garlic.
  • Stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until onions are soft and translucent.
  • Stir in curry powder; cook for 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes, crumbled stock cube, water and tomato paste.
  • Bring to the boil; reduce heat and cover.
  • Allow to simmer for 10 minutes, or until veges are just tender.
  • Stir in the parsley and lentils.
  • Spoon into large ovenproof dish |(about 8 cup capacity).
  • Slice potatoes and arrange over lentil mixture.
  • Brush potatoes with butter, sprinkle with paprika and bake in moderate oven (190C) for about 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.2, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 192.5, Carbohydrate 86.7, Fiber 14.6, Sugar 11.9, Protein 17.5

Love Diary
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So yummy! I will definitely make this again.


Charles Chucks
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the potato crust was crispy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and flavorful vegetarian meal.


Kameka Thomas
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This lentil hotpot was so delicious and comforting. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the potato crust was crispy and golden brown. I loved the addition of the herbs and spices, which gave the dish a really nice depth of flavor. I will defin


Fatiema Mussa
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I loved the crispy potato crust on this lentil hotpot! It was so flavorful and satisfying. The lentils were also cooked perfectly and had a great texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and delicious vegetaria


Jp Visser
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This was a really easy and flavorful dish to make. I used brown lentils and added some chopped carrots and celery to the pot. The potato crust was a nice touch, and it helped to keep the lentils moist. I will definitely be making this again!


indrakumar sharathkumar
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This lentil hotpot was a hit with my family! The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the potato crust was crispy and delicious. I especially liked the addition of the herbs and spices, which gave the dish a really nice depth of flavor. I will defi


Banchiayehu Desalegn
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I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this dish was surprisingly delicious. The lentils were so flavorful and the potato crust was crispy and golden brown. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and satisfying vegetar


Eric Dakola
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This potato-crusted lentil hotpot was an absolute delight! The flavors were so well-balanced, and the lentils were perfectly cooked. The crispy potato crust added a wonderful texture to the dish. I will definitely be making this again!