How to Make Indian-Inspired Lentil Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indian cuisine is known for its bold flavors, vibrant spices, and rich, comforting stews. One such stew that perfectly captures the essence of Indian cooking is the Indian-Inspired Lentil Stew. This dish is a perfect blend of hearty lentils, aromatic spices, and wholesome vegetables, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal for any occasion.

What makes this stew truly unique is its use of traditional Indian spices such as cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric. These spices no...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans vegetable broth
  • 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 small sweet potato (garnet yam), cut into small cubes
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon yellow curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pint cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine broth and lentils in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a boil.
  • Stir in stewed tomatoes, sweet potato, onion, garlic, and bay leaves. Return to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 35 minutes. Stir in curry powder, cumin seeds, and salt. Simmer until lentils are soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Taste to adjust spices. Stir in cream and serve.
  • Nutrition

    706 cal.

    • Total Fat: 46g
    • Saturated Fat: 28g
    • Cholesterol: 163mg
    • Sodium: 1174mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 19g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 219mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1137mg