Sopa de lentejas

Method

1. 1 Rinse the lentils thoroughly, no need to soak them, and drain.
2. 2 Fry the chopped bacon for 5 minutes until the fat renders out and the edges are crispy.
3. 3 Blend tomatoes with onions and garlic, strain, then sauté in the meat fat for 5 minutes until thickened.
4. 4 Add water, then add the lentils and diced carrots, and simmer for 30 minutes.
5. 5 Season with salt when the beans are soft, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve hot.

With an appliance

• Pressure cooker 40 min

  Replace step 4: cook lentils and carrots under high pressure for 8 minutes, then allow to air dry for 8 minutes; reduce cooking time to approximately 14 minutes, ensuring the lentils are evenly tender and there's no need to constantly monitor for evaporation. Season with salt after opening the lid.