Crockpot Spiced Lentil Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew that combines lentils with a blend of warm spices for a comforting, nutritious meal.
Servings: 6 | Cook Time: 480 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 495 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the lentils, onion, carrots, garlic, and diced tomatoes in the slow cooker.
- Add Liquids and Spices: Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the curry powder, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the lentils are tender.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the spinach leaves during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Tips
- Rinse lentils thoroughly to remove any debris and reduce cooking time.
- Add a splash of lemon juice before serving to enhance flavors.
- For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the stew and stir it back in.
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