Photograph of the finished Sopa de lentejas

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Sopa de lentejas

1 hr Hands-on time
EasyDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Serves 4 Amounts follow along 4

What to get ready

  • Photograph of Lentils Lentils 9.9 oz
  • Photograph of Bacon Bacon 2.8 oz
  • Photograph of Tomato Tomato 8
  • Photograph of Onion Onion 1
  • Photograph of Garlic Garlic 4 cloves
  • Photograph of Carrot Carrot 2
  • Photograph of Coriander Coriander 0.7 oz
  • Photograph of Salt Salt 0.4 oz

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.

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