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title: Guiso de Lentejas (Peruvian Lentil Stew)
servings: 4
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/guiso-de-lentejas-peruvian-lentil-stew
---

Gather @red lentil{300%g}, @ground cumin{1%tsp}, @sweet paprika{1%tsp}, @vegetable stock{900%ml}, @long-grain rice{300%g}, @fresh cilantro{2%tbsp} and @black pepper{}.

Warm the @olive oil{2%tbsp} in a large pot and soften the @onion{1}, @garlic{3%clove} and @carrot{2} over medium heat for 6 minutes. ~{6%minutes}

Stir in the cumin and paprika and cook 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the @canned tomato{1%can}, red lentils, stock and @salt{1%tsp}, and bring to a boil.

Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 22 minutes, until the lentils have broken down into a thick, spoonable stew. ~{22%minutes}

Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.

Ladle over rice and finish with cilantro.