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Red Lentil Chayote Stew

Cultural Context

Originating in Mexico, Red Lentil Chayote Stew reflects the region's use of fresh vegetables and legumes in hearty dishes. This stew is often enjoyed as a nutritious, filling meal, showcasing the versatility of chayote, a popular squash in Latin American cuisine. Modern variations may include different spices or additional vegetables, making it a beloved dish in many households.

Latin AmericanMXmain
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg codillo de cerdo o costilla
1 kg lentejas
1 rebanada gruesa de jamon ahumado en cubos
10 rebanadas de tocino picado
Chorizo al gusto picado
2 calabazitas picada
1 platano macho en 4 trozos
1 cebolla picada
1 chile dulce o jalapeño picado
2 jitomates picados
1 chayote picado
1 trozo de col picado
2 papas picadas
2 zanahorias
1 rama de epasote
Sal al gusto

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils offer a similar texture, while split peas are more economical.

chayote

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini provides a similar texture, while cabbage is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water + herbs

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Using water with herbs or bouillon can lower costs while adding flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has health benefits, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

1

Cocinar el codillo de cerdo o costilla junto con las lentejas en agua hasta que estén tiernos.

2

Agregar el jamón ahumado, tocino, y chorizo al gusto, y cocinar por unos minutos.

3

Incorporar las calabazitas, plátano macho, cebolla, chile dulce o jalapeño, jitomates, chayote, col, papas, zanahorias y epazote.

4

Sazonar con sal al gusto y dejar cocinar hasta que todas las verduras estén tiernas.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Local Name: guiso de chayote con lentejas rojas

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