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Potaje de Lentejas con Chorizo

Cultural Context

Originating from the heart of Cuba, Potaje de Lentejas con Chorizo is a beloved lentil stew that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed as a hearty family meal, this dish showcases the use of simple, accessible ingredients transformed into a comforting and flavorful experience. Today, it remains a staple in Cuban homes and has found its way into the hearts of many around the world, often adapted with various meats or spices.

CubanCUmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
100 grams bacon
100 grams chorizo
100 grams blood sausage
1 onion
half a red pepper
4 cloves garlic
1 liter and a half water
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
half a teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon tomato sauce
salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter

chorizo

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olive oil

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1

Chop 1 onion, half a red pepper, and 4 cloves of garlic into small portions.

2

Mince 100 grams of bacon, 100 grams of chorizo, and 100 grams of blood sausage.

3

In a pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

4

Add the chopped onion, red pepper, and garlic; cook over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes.

5

Add the chorizo, bacon, and blood sausage; cook for another 3 minutes.

6

Add the soaked lentils and mix for about 2 minutes.

7

Add 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika, half a teaspoon of cumin, 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce, and 1.5 liters of water; stir well.

8

Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for about 60 minutes on low heat.

9

Add salt to taste (about 2 teaspoons and a quarter) in the last 10 minutes of cooking.

10

Let the stew rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Lentil Stew with Chorizo

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