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Algerian Lentil Stew
A hearty, flavorful stew originating from Algeria, made with lentils and a blend of spices.
⏱45 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup, dried lentils
- ●2 tsp algerian tagine spice blend
- ●1 medium onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●2 medium carrots
- ●1 medium zucchini
- ●1 can, 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
- ●4 cups chicken broth
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- 4
Add the carrots and zucchini and cook for 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
- 5
Add the lentils, tagine spice blend, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- 7
Check the seasoning and adjust as needed.
- 8
Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.