PRESSURE-COOKER LENTIL STEW

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This tasty vegetarian stew lets you take a break from meat. Adding the cream at the end gives it a lovely smoother texture. -Michelle Collins, Suffolk Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 large onions, thinly sliced, divided
8 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
2 cups water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
6 cups hot cooked basmati or jasmine rice
Optional: Sliced green onions or minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir half the onions until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes, ginger and garlic, coriander, cumin and cayenne; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Press cancel. Stir in broth, lentils, water, green chiles and remaining onion., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 15 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally. Just before serving, stir in cream. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; cook and stir until golden brown, 1-2 minutes. Add to lentil mixture., Serve with rice. If desired, sprinkle with green onions or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Gyan Yadav
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I love the smoky flavor that the paprika gives to this stew. It's a great way to add depth of flavor without a lot of effort.


Tayyab Malik badmash
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever I have on hand, such as carrots, celery, or spinach.


Shelia Godwin
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This lentil stew is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a bit of heat with some cayenne pepper.


Penelope Ross
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I love that this stew is made with all healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Nicholas Kidd
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I'm always looking for easy and healthy recipes and this lentil stew fits the bill. It's packed with protein and fiber and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular rotation.


bkkar khan
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This lentil stew is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


Ronia Duminy
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Mike Spurgeon
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This was my first time cooking lentils in a pressure cooker and it turned out great! The lentils were done in no time and the stew was so hearty and satisfying.


Prkxjxmn
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this stew changed my mind. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lovlin John
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This lentil stew is a keeper! It's so easy to make and packed with flavor. I love that I can throw everything in the pressure cooker and have a delicious meal in no time.