Mexican-Spiced Lentil & Tofu Stew

Ingredients

10 items
  • tofu
  • red lentils
  • potato
  • Beef
  • potatoes
  • onion
  • garlic
  • tomato paste
  • vegetable broth
  • ground cumin

Instructions

7 steps
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and lightly brown the diced beef for 5 minutes, then set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, ground cumin, and chili powder to create a spice base.
  4. Add red lentils, potatoes, browned beef, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils and potatoes are tender.
  6. Add cubed tofu in the last 5 minutes and gently mix to heat through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.