Spanish lentils

Name: Spanish lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 250 g lentils; 1.5 liters water; 1 potato; 1 tomato; 1/4 red bell pepper; 1/2 green bell pepper; 1 onion; 3 garlic cloves; 1 carrot; 100 g bacon; 8 slices chorizo; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon olive oil; salt

Main Dish

4 servings

Very Easy

55 min

Looking for an easy and hearty stew recipe? Try these Spanish lentils, traditionally called "Lentejas". A meal whose recipe is passed down through generations :-) You can add your personal touch that will make all the difference! Some may like to add chicken or black pudding, while others will pair rice with lentils, it's up to you! Feel free to share your preferences in the comments ;-)

Materials

1 large pot

Preparation

Preparation15 min

Cook time40 min

Put the water and lentils in the pot and bring to a boil. Leave on medium heat for 15 minutes.
Add the peeled and diced potato and tomato. Also add the minced peppers and onion, along with the whole peeled garlic cloves.
Peel the carrot and slice it into thin rounds. Add it to the mixture along with the bacon. Mix well.
Place the chorizo slices on a paper towel and microwave for 1 minute to remove excess grease.
Add the chorizo to the mixture, along with salt, paprika, and olive oil. Stir well, cover, and let simmer for 25 minutes on low heat (or until the potatoes are cooked).
And there you have it, your Spanish lentil soup is ready!