SLOW-COOKED LENTIL STEW

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This vegetarian stew is perfect when you want to take a break from meat. Adding the cream at the end gives it a smoother texture.-Michelle Collins, Suffolk Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h45m

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

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large onions, thinly sliced, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
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:

  • In a large skillet, saute half of the onions in oil until tender. Add ginger and garlic; saute for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, coriander, cumin and cayenne; cook and stir 5 minutes longer., In a 4-or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the vegetable broth, water, lentils, green chiles, tomato mixture and remaining onion. Cover and cook on low until lentils are tender, 6-8 hours., Just before serving, stir cream into slow cooker. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; cook and stir until golden brown, for 1-2 minutes. Add to lentil mixture., To serve, spoon over rice. If desired, sprinkle with green onions or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 17g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tina Marie
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This stew is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Shofukil Rj
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this stew. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced.


Ej Poasa
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet potatoes and spinach.


Emalynne Wells
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and interesting meatless recipes. This stew is a great option. It's hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein.


Mohan Oli
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I doubled the recipe and it fed 12 people easily.


Md Hasidur
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. The stew is packed with nutrients and it tastes great too.


RC Shick
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This stew is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Samuel Mngomezulu
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it was perfect for a busy weeknight meal. I just threw all the ingredients in the pot in the morning and dinner was ready when I got home from work.


Kammy Nautora
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots and celery to mine and it turned out great.


Amir Bazibu
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this stew. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced.


Arman Dogar
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The stew was easy to make and it turned out great! I especially liked the addition of the coconut milk. It gave the stew a creamy and rich flavor.


Glenda Whittington
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique and delicious flavor.


arbhanger
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This is a great recipe for a hearty and satisfying meal. The lentils are packed with protein and fiber, and the vegetables add a nice variety of flavors and textures.


Reela Saeed
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I'm a huge fan of lentils and this stew did not disappoint. The addition of the sweet potatoes and spinach made it even more flavorful and nutritious.


Muhammed Hamdy
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Followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out amazing! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the flavors were out of this world.


Nick Ajdini
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This lentil stew is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This stew is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. My family loves it and I love that it's healthy too.