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Lentil Sloppy Joe Recipe

Lentil Sloppy Joe
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This is lentil sloppy joe recipe is so quick and simple to throw together. Smokey, hearty and with a hint of spice, this is sure to become a family favourite.

Ingredients

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  •  2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • ½ – 1 teaspoon chilli powder (add more if you like your chilli hot)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon  ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree’
  • 1 cup green lentils, rinsed in a sieve
  • 3 cups vegetable stock (use beef or chicken, if you prefer)
  • 398ml can tomato sauce (or passata)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire Sauce (or 1 teaspoon soy and 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce as a vegan option OR just plain Worcestershire Sauce if you’re not vegetarian)
  • Sea salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a 5- or 6-quart pot, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, until it begins to soften.
  2. Add the garlic and red pepper, give it a swirl and saute’ for a further minute.
  3. Add the chilli powder, paprika and cumin and fry over low heat for 2 minutes. Add the tomato puree and mix well.
  4. Add the rest of the ingredients.
  5. Bring to a rapid simmer and then lower the heat to a steady simmer for 30 – 40 minutes, until the lentils are tender.*
  6. Remove from the hob and allow to sit for 10 – 15 minutes, before serving.
  7. Serve with fresh buns, broccoli slaw, shredded cheddar and other extras mentioned in the blog

Notes

  • *Check on the liquid levels after 25-30 minutes, as sometimes lentils can absorb water more or less rapidly. Give a light stir and if it’s looking a bit dry, add more liquid. If it’s looking very watery then continue to cook, with the lid off.
  • This is a great recipe to make ahead, freeze in the pot and then just pop out to defrost and heat up when ready (perfect for the first night of camping meal – make sure you use a Dutch oven or other flameproof pot)
  • Can keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://juliapratten.com/lentil-sloppy-joe-recipe/