Sopa de Lentejas con Salchichas - Como hacer Sopa de Lentejas - Receta de Sopa de Lentejas

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Homemade broth can reduce sodium and enhance flavor.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell pepper offers a milder flavor with less heat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthy but can be pricier.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onion

Parsley provides a fresh taste, while green onion is more affordable.

Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and diced jalapeño; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add lentils and reduce heat to a simmer; cover and cook for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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