Recipe: Lentil Bro
๐ Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
๐ฅ Category: One Dish Meal
๐ Keywords: Pork, Grains, Lentil, Beans, Vegetable, Meat, Scandinavian, Scottish, European, Kid Friendly, Free Of…, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
๐ Description: The Shetland Islands’ proximity to Scandinavia is evident in its traditional celebration “Up-Helly-A”, during which the Shetland inhabitants, dressed as Vikings, carry a long-boat through the streets of Lerwick and later set it on fire! Norse influence is also evident in the food traditions of the Shetlanders.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 8 oz lentils
- 1 carrot
- 1 onion
- 2 stalks celery
- 1/2 swede
- 1 turnip
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 48-50 oz vegetable or chicken stock
- Parsley, for garnish
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 99.8
- Fat Content: 4.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 10.2mg
- Sodium Content: 56.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.6g
- Fiber Content: 4.3g
- Sugar Content: 3.4g
- Protein Content: 4.1g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Start by melting the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the lentils to the saucepan. |
| 2 | Chop the carrot, onion, celery, swede, and turnip into small pieces, then add them to the saucepan with the lentils. Sautรฉ the vegetables until they begin to soften, stirring occasionally. |
| 3 | Season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences. |
| 4 | Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock, ensuring that all the ingredients are submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently. Cover the saucepan with a lid. |
| 5 | Allow the lentil broth to simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. |
| 6 | After 2 hours, taste the lentil broth and adjust the seasoning if necessary. |
| 7 | Once the lentils are tender and the vegetables are cooked through, your lentil bro is ready to serve. |
| 8 | Ladle the hot lentil broth into bowls and garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor. |
| 9 | Serve hot, accompanied by crusty bread or your favorite side dish. Enjoy the hearty flavors of this comforting Scandinavian-inspired dish! |
Chef’s Tips:
- For added richness, you can stir in a dollop of sour cream or crรจme fraรฎche just before serving.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or your personal preferences.
- This lentil bro makes a delicious and nutritious meal on its own, but you can also serve it as a side dish alongside grilled meats or fish.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer-term storage. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
