Caribbean Lentil Stew
A hearty stew with Caribbean spices and vegetables.
Nutrition per serving
Estimated values per serving.
Ingredients
- 200 grams lentils (rinsed)
- 100 grams carrot (diced)
- 100 grams bell pepper (diced)
- 150 grams tomato (chopped)
- 200 milliliters coconut milk (light)
- 500 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
- 1 teaspoon cumin (ground)
- 1 teaspoon coriander (ground)
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
Method
- 1
In a pot, combine lentils, carrot, bell pepper, tomato, and vegetable broth.
- 2
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- 3
Add coconut milk, thyme, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until lentils are tender.
- 5
Remove scotch bonnet before serving if used.
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