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Easy Vegan Hotpot with Lentils

Easy Vegan Hotpot with Lentils for Cozy Comfort Nights

This Easy Vegan Hotpot with Lentils is a hearty and healthy comfort food, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 Onion, diced Yellow or white onion recommended.
  • 1 Carrot, diced Parsnip can be used for a twist.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • Corn Flour Can substitute with all-purpose or gluten-free flour.
  • to taste Mixed Herbs Italian seasoning is a great substitute.
  • 1 cup Dried Red Lentils Can use green or black lentils.
  • Tomato Puree Crushed tomatoes can be a suitable alternative.
  • Tamari Sauce Ensure it's gluten-free or use soy sauce if needed.
  • 1 can Chopped Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be substituted.
  • 500 ml Vegetable Stock Homemade for extra flavor or even water.
For the Topping
  • 2-3 Baking Potatoes, sliced Yukon gold potatoes are ideal.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and carrot for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then sprinkle in the corn flour.
  4. Mix in the lentils, tomato puree, chopped tomatoes, and half of the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Wash and slice the baking potatoes to about 0.5 cm thick.
  6. Transfer the lentil mixture to a baking dish and layer potato slices on top.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil and season with pepper and thyme. Cover with aluminum foil.
  8. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the hotpot sit for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are sliced thinly for the best crispiness and check lentil doneness during cooking to prevent mushiness.

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