Hearty Lentil Stew with Beef, Chorizo, and Bacon Step 1 of 13
  1. 1
    Step 1

    Soak 500 g of lentils in plenty of water for several hours before cooking.

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Cut 1 Spanish chorizo and 250 g of smoked bacon into medium pieces.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Chop 500 g of roast beef and 2 grilling sausages into large pieces.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    Sauté the chorizo and bacon in a large pot without adding oil. Set aside.

  5. 5
    Step 5

    Sear the meats in the same fat in the pot and remove. Set aside.

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    Step 6

    Add 2 tbsp of olive oil and sauté 1 chopped bell pepper, 500 g of onion, 1 garlic clove, 1 tomato, parsley, and 250 g of carrot.

  7. 7
    Step 7

    Add the seared meat to the pot and cover with 1 l of vegetable broth. Cook for 35 minutes.

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    Step 8

    Add 500 g of cubed potatoes, the rest of the carrots, the sausages, and the lentils.

  9. 9
    Step 9

    Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for an additional 15 minutes.

  10. 10
    Step 10

    Add the bacon, chorizo, 500 g of tomato purée, and the seasonings (paprika, oregano, crushed red pepper, cumin, bay leaf).

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    Step 11

    Cook for 20 more minutes until the lentils are tender.

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    Step 12

    Turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it rest for 15 minutes.

  13. 13
    Step 13

    Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onion and fresh parsley.

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