How To Make the Best Lentil Soup with Chorizo | SAVOIR FAIRE by enrilemoine

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade stock can be healthier and more flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Thyme offers a similar aromatic quality.

In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil and make a sofrito by sautéing the onions, garlic and red bell pepper, for 5 minutes.

Add the lentils and stir. Add the water and bring to boil over high heat.

Boil for 5 minutes and discard the foam.

Add the chorizo and the potatoes and bring to boil.

Once it boils, reduce the heat to medium, cover and cook for 12 minutes.

Let rest for 20 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary