SPICY RED LENTIL CHILI

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This is a copycat recipe. The original is available at Wegman's. I got the basics from the 3 Fat Chicks website and modified it a little bit. Very spicy. Use your food processor to do the vegetable dicing.

Provided by windhorse23

Categories     Lentil

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup red lentil
4 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion, diced small
1/4 cup celery, diced small
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 medium tomatoes, cored and diced (about 1 cup)
2 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup finely diced green pepper

Steps:

  • Bring lentil and 2 cups water to boil on high heat. Turn off heat. Remove half the lentils and liquid. Place in food processor and puree. (Or use stick blender and partially puree in the pot.).
  • Melt butter in 3 quart pot. Add onions and sweat without browning about 2 minute Add celery and garlic. Sweat 5 minutes more. Add tomato and cook 5 minutes.
  • Add vegetable broth, 2 cups water and seasonings. Bring to simmer.
  • Add reserved whole and pureed lentils plus liquid, and cook about 15 minutes, till lentils are tender.
  • Combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry. Bring chili to boil, add slurry and stir a minute to thicken slightly.
  • Turn off heat and add green peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.4, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 711.5, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 9.7

MD naim uddin Ador
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This chili is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I love the addition of the cumin and chili powder, which gives the chili a really nice flavor.


Samsun Naher
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This chili is delicious! I love the combination of lentils, tomatoes, and spices. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


GAMING WITH RATUL
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This chili is the perfect comfort food! It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that it's made with lentils, which makes it a healthier option than traditional chili.


Ishara Pushpakumara
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This chili is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love that it's a healthier option than traditional chili, and it's still just as delicious.


Yeakub Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind! The lentils add a great texture and the spices are perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Agron Gazafer (Roni Bomboni RB)
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This chili is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I love the combination of lentils, tomatoes, and spices. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Adelle Tiner
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This chili is delicious! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sajib Sarkar
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I've made this chili several times and it's always a hit! The lentils cook up perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I love that it's a healthier option than traditional chili.


Anosha Tajwari
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This chili is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love that it is made with lentils, which makes it a healthier option than traditional chili.


Carla Clark
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I made this chili for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Toxic 93
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This chili is the best! I have made it several times and it is always a hit with my family and friends.


Saif Mohamed
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I love this chili! It is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I always have it on hand in my freezer for a quick and easy meal.


Fazlay Rabbi
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This chili is delicious! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Qari Shahid
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chili turned out great! I especially liked the addition of the cumin and chili powder, which gave the chili a really nice flavor.


Alba Muniz
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This chili is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love that it is made with lentils, which makes it a healthier option than traditional chili.


Shani Haq
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I made this chili last night and it was a hit with my family! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Juma Alii
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This spicy red lentil chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked in a flavorful broth with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices, and the result is a hearty and satisfying chili that is sur


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