Hearty Lentil Stew with Beef, Chorizo, and Bacon

Preparation

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.

6. 6
   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.

   Timer · 35 min
8. 8
   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.

   Timer · 15 min
10. 10
    Step 10

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

11. 11
    Step 11

    Cook for 20 more minutes until the lentils are tender.

    Timer · 20 min
12. 12
    Step 12

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

    Timer · 15 min
13. 13
    Step 13

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