Description
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian lentil stew packed with nutritious vegetables and seasoned with curry powder and fresh parsley. Perfect for a comforting meal that’s both wholesome and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 150g celery
- 450g Maris Piper potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 carrots, cubed
- 1 leek, cut into small chunks
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 onions, finely chopped
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1l vegetable stock
- 250g dried green lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- pinch of sugar
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Celery: Snap off the bottom ends of the celery stalks and remove the strings by lifting them upward. Then finely chop the celery to prepare for cooking.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped celery, cubed potatoes, carrots, leek, garlic clove, and finely chopped onions. Cook gently for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but do not brown.
- Add Stock, Lentils, and Spices: Pour in the vegetable stock, then stir in the rinsed and drained green lentils along with the curry powder. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Simmer the Stew: Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the stew uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the vegetables are fully cooked through.
- Season and Finish: Taste the stew and season it with the red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors. Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- Ensure to rinse and drain the lentils well to remove any dust or impurities before cooking.
- Cooking time for lentils may vary slightly depending on type and freshness; adjust simmering time as needed.
- You can substitute Maris Piper potatoes with other starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or Russet.
- For a spicier stew, consider adding a pinch of chili flakes or fresh chili.
- This stew stores well and tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keywords: vegetarian lentil stew, lentil soup, healthy stew, vegetable stew, curry lentils, vegetarian dinner, easy stew recipe
