LENTEJAS ESTOFADAS

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while vegetable oil is more economical.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: sweet paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Sweet paprika offers a milder flavor, while regular paprika is more affordable.

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein alternative, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside.

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

Add chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, smoked paprika, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

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

Adjust seasoning to taste and remove bay leaves.

In a separate pan, poach or fry eggs to your liking.

Serve the lentil stew in bowls, topped with a poached egg and chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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