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    Smoky Chorizo and Red Lentil Stew

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    Dive into the heartwarming flavors of Spain with this rich stew, featuring smoky paprika, robust cumin, and spicy chorizo, perfectly paired with the earthiness of red lentils.

    Ingredients for Smoky Chorizo and Red Lentil Stew

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    Olive Oil

    tablespoons

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    Cooking Chorizo, peeled and diced

    0 oz

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    Large Onion, chopped

    each

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    Carrots, chopped

    each

    Cumin Seeds

    pinches

    Garlic Clove, chopped

    each

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    Smoked Paprika

    teaspoons

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    Golden Caster Sugar

    pinches

    Red Wine Vinegar

    splash

    Red Lentils

    0 oz

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    Chopped Tomatoes, 400g each

    0 cans

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    Chicken Stock

    0.25 fluid ounces

    Plain Yogurt

    to serve

    How to Make Smoky Chorizo and Red Lentil Stew

    1. Preparation

    Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.

    2. Searing the Chorizo

    Add chorizo to the pan and cook until crisp, allowing it to release its flavorful oils. Once crisp, use a slotted spoon to transfer the chorizo to a bowl, keeping the rendered fat in the pan.

    3. Softening the Aromatics

    To the same pan, add the onion, carrots, and cumin seeds. Sauté for about 10 minutes until they are soft and shimmering. Add the chopped garlic and continue to fry for another minute.

    4. Building the Flavor Base

    Sprinkle in the smoked paprika and sugar, stirring for one minute. Add a splash of red wine vinegar and let it simmer briefly to integrate the flavors.

    5. Combining the Stew Components

    Stir in the red lentils, then pour in the chopped tomatoes and chicken stock. Give the mixture a thorough stir to combine all the ingredients.

    6. Simmering the Stew

    Allow the stew to simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the flavors meld. Use a hand blender to partially blend the stew, achieving a texture that is smooth yet retains some chunkiness.

    7. To Serve

    Ladle the stew into bowls. Drizzle each serving with a touch of yogurt and olive oil. Top with the reserved crispy chorizo and a sprinkle of smoked paprika for a finishing touch.


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