Ecuadorian Lentil Soup & Hugo Spritz Cocktail! | Guadua Cooks with Auriks

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often more affordable and cook faster.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

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.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onion

Parsley adds freshness and is often more accessible.

Cook 2 lbs of beef for 2 hours until tender.

Soak 1/2 cup lentils for 24 hours before using.

Chop green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and white onion for the soprito.

In a pot, add anato oil and the chopped vegetables to make the soprito.

Add salt to the soprito and cook until fragrant.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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