Hungarian Lentil Stew Recipe

Name: Hungarian Lentil Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb brown lentils; 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika; 3 bay leaves; 2 cups sour cream; 3 1/2 tablespoons flour; 2 tablespoons milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons brown mustard (to taste); 2 tablespoons lemon juice (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 lb brown lentils
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
3 bay leaves
2 cups sour cream
3 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
2 tablespoons brown mustard (to taste)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (to taste)

1
If desired, soak lentils overnight. This step may be skipped but it makes the lentils more digestible.
2
Place a large (5-6 quart) saucepan over medium-low heat, add oil and onions and saute onions until tender, about 2 minutes.
3
Add garlic and paprika, and saute about another minute.
4
Add lentils, 7 cups of water and bay leaves. Increase heat to a boil, then reduce heat to low. cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 50 minutes. Add water as needed if mixture seems too thick.
5
In a small bowl combine sour cream (not low fat), flour and milk. When lentils are tender add this mixture to the pot. Simmer 2-3 minutes. Add salt, brown sugar, mustard and lemon juice.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb brown lentils, 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 6 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Hungarian Lentil Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hungarian Lentil Stew

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