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Syrian Lentil Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Syria, made with red lentils and a blend of aromatic spices.
⏱55 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup Red lentilsRinsed and drained
- ●2 tablespoons Tangy tomato pasteHomemade or store-bought
- ●1 teaspoon Syrian allspiceGround
- ●1 medium Fry onionsChopped
- ●1-inch piece GingerGrated
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1 teaspoon SaltTo taste
- ●1/2 teaspoon Black pepperTo taste
- ●4 cups WaterVegetable or chicken broth
- ●1/4 cup Fresh parsleyChopped (optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onions and cook until they start to brown.
- 3
Add the grated ginger and minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the ground Syrian allspice and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the red lentils, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the water or broth and bring to a boil.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30-40 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- 8
Stir in chopped parsley (if using).
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley (if desired).