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Spiced Red Lentil Stew
A hearty, warmly spiced red lentil stew with soft onions and a rich, earthy flavor. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 12g

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Finely chop the red onion and mince the garlic.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté onion until soft.
Step 3
Add garlic, berbere, turmeric, salt, and peppercorns; stir for 1 minute.
Step 4
Rinse red lentils and add to the pot with water.
Step 5
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes until lentils are tender.
Step 6
Stir well and adjust seasoning before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- wooden spoon
- knife
- cutting board
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