Classic Lentil Stew (Leща яхния)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A hearty and traditional Bulgarian lentil stew, slow-cooked with aromatic vegetables and spices. This is the quintessential Leща яхния, comforting and deeply flavorful.
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Съставки
- Brown lentils2 cups
- Onion1 large
- Carrots2 medium
- Celery stalks2
- Garlic cloves4
- Tomato paste2 tbsp
- Vegetable broth6 cups
- Bay leaf2
- Dried mint1 tsp
- Olive oil3 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Стъпки
- 1
Rinse the lentils thoroughly.
- 2
Finely chop the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and tomato paste, cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and dried mint.
- 6
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 60-75 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Stir occasionally.
- 7
Remove bay leaves. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve hot.
