Vegan Mushroom Stew Hearty Flavor (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty vegan stew with mushrooms, potatoes, and lentils. Savory, satisfying, and packed with wholesome vegetables.
# Ingredients List:
→ Vegetables
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1 yellow onion, diced
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1 cup sliced carrot
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1 cup sliced celery
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16 ounces baby Bella mushrooms, halved
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6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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16 ounces baby yellow potatoes, halved
→ Legumes & Pantry
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1 cup uncooked split red lentils
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1 (410 g) can tomato sauce
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3 cups vegetable broth
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
→ Herbs & Seasoning
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2 teaspoons dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried sage
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2 bay leaves
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Kosher salt
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Fresh cracked black pepper
→ Sauces & Oils
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
# How to Make It:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery along with a couple pinches of kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes until softened.
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Incorporate halved baby Bella mushrooms, sliced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, sage, and additional pinches of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture.
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Add all-purpose flour and stir thoroughly to coat all vegetables evenly. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, to lightly toast the flour.
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Pour in balsamic vinegar and soy sauce to deglaze the pot, scraping the browned bits from the bottom using a wooden spoon.
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Add halved baby potatoes, split red lentils, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, and bay leaves to the pot. Season with more salt and black pepper. Stir to combine well.
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Increase heat to medium-high and bring mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent lentils from sticking to the bottom.
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Reduce heat to low and continue simmering gently for 10 to 15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender and lentils fully cooked. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
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Ladle hot stew into bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately, optionally alongside mashed potatoes.
# Extra Tips:
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Salt plays a crucial role in this stew, helping potatoes soften in the acidic tomato and vinegar base; season progressively and don't under-salt.
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Feel free to customize the vegetables by substituting favorites such as frozen peas, green beans, or canned chickpeas, maintaining original proportions.
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Adjust seasoning with cumin, paprika, ground ginger, or cinnamon to explore different flavor profiles.
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For added spiciness, stir in red pepper flakes during cooking or sprinkle on individual servings.