Guiso de Lentejas (Lentil Stew)
A hearty one pot lentil stew with chorizo, potato and carrot, an everyday Argentinian winter dish.
- Time1 hr
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.93 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pot and fry the chorizo for 4 minutes until the oil runs red.
4 min - 2
Add the onion, carrot and garlic and cook for 6 minutes.
6 min - 3
Stir in the paprika, cumin, lentils, tomatoes and water. Bring to the boil.
- 4
Simmer for 20 minutes, then add the potatoes and cook for 20 minutes more until everything is soft and the stew is thick.
40 min - 5
Season to taste and serve in warm bowls.
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