Creamy Coconut Lentil Stew
Indulge in a velvety lentil stew adorned with luscious coconut milk and earthy potato chunks that melt in your mouth. Caramelized onions and aromatic garlic release a richly intense flavor and a touch of chili flakes add that extra kick. A versatile dish you can enjoy any time of day.
ingredients
- 1 cup Dupuy lentils
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 chilli, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt and pepper
steps
- 1.
Preheat a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onions until they turn translucent.
- 2.
Add the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili flakes to the pot, stirring continuously until fragrant.
- 3.
Add the tomato paste and continue stirring for a minute.
- 4.
Stir in the Dupuy lentils, cubed potatoes, vegetable broth, coconut milk, and salt and pepper. Bring the pot to a boil.
- 5.
Reduce the heat, partially cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for approximately 45 minutes or until the lentils and potatoes turn tender.
- 6.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped basil or parsley.
