Estofado De Lentejas A La Asturiana (asturian Style Lentil Stew)
Estofado de Lentejas a la Asturiana, or Asturian Style Lentil Stew, is a traditional dish from the Asturias region of Spain. This hearty stew is packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups green or brown lentils
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the bay leaf, sweet paprika, and ground cumin, allowing the spices to toast for a minute.
- Add the rinsed lentils to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 45-50 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Knife Cutting board Saucepan
Serving suggestions
Serve the Estofado de Lentejas a la Asturiana with crusty bread or over steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a smoky flavor, you can add a small piece of chorizo or smoked paprika to the stew.
Cost
$10