Esau's Pottage

Transport yourself to the pages of ancient storytelling with "Esau's Pottage," a hearty and flavor-packed red lentil stew inspired by the biblical tale. This comforting dish combines tender red lentils, aromatic vegetables, and a warm blend of spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon for a soul-soothing meal with a hint of Middle Eastern flair. Simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth and finished with a touch of parsley, this one-pot wonder is not only simple to prepare but also vegetarian, wholesome, and packed with protein and fiber. Ready in just 50 minutes, Esau’s Pottage is the perfect choice for cozy dinners, meal prep, or a nourishing bowl of comfort on a chilly day.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium (diced) carrot
• 1 diced celery stalk
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) optional: parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear, and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and enhance their flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the rinsed red lentils. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the stew has thickened.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Serve warm in bowls, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley for added freshness and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1427.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	965.9

Total Fat 38.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4704.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 39.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313.8mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 3362.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 50.1%