PRESSURE-COOKER LENTIL STEW

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This tasty vegetarian stew lets you take a break from meat. Adding the cream at the end gives it a lovely smoother texture. -Michelle Collins, Suffolk Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 large onions, thinly sliced, divided
8 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
2 cups water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
6 cups hot cooked basmati or jasmine rice
Optional: Sliced green onions or minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir half the onions until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes, ginger and garlic, coriander, cumin and cayenne; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Press cancel. Stir in broth, lentils, water, green chiles and remaining onion., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 15 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally. Just before serving, stir in cream. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; cook and stir until golden brown, 1-2 minutes. Add to lentil mixture., Serve with rice. If desired, sprinkle with green onions or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Awaisali Awaisali
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This stew is a must-try for lentil lovers.


Adedokun Oluwasimisola
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I can't wait to make this stew again.


Benson Chege
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This is the best lentil stew I've ever had.


Md Jobayer Molla 143
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Kay Curry
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This stew is a great source of protein and fiber.


evan cortez
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I love the smoky flavor that the paprika adds to this stew.


Monday Tuesday
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


oemar Rhoomes
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand.


Saydul Hasan
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and filling.


Cats Are cool
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Jesus Juarez
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This stew is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mehide Hasan Sifat
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this stew. The flavors are amazing.


Ashlynn Sandoval
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This is my new favorite lentil stew recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Dibaks Mahlangu
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Doll Golden
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This stew is packed with flavor. The combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices is perfect.


GAMER BD SPORTS
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I love that this recipe uses dried lentils. They're so much cheaper than canned lentils, and they taste just as good.


Dollar Sign
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This lentil stew is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to throw together in the pressure cooker, and it's always a hit with my family.