Lentil Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 lb (450g) mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1.5 cups vegetable stock
• 1/2 cup sour cream (or vegan sour cream)
• 1.5 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp salt (divided)
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 tbsp flour (use gluten-free flour if needed)
• 2-3 tbsp water or stock (for slurry)
• 1.5 cups cooked brown lentils (canned or pre-cooked)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the Oil and Sauté Onion: Warm 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and half of the salt. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and soft, about 5-7 minutes.

2. 2

   Add Mushrooms and Butter: Add the sliced mushrooms and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown, approximately 8-10 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in Garlic, Mustard, and Pepper: Add the chopped garlic, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add Vegetable Stock: Pour in 1.5 cups of vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

5. 5

   Make the Flour Slurry: In a small bowl, combine 1.5 tablespoons of flour with 2 to 3 tablespoons of water or vegetable stock to create a smooth slurry without lumps.

6. 6

   Thicken the Sauce: Slowly whisk the flour slurry into the simmering mushroom mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

7. 7

   Incorporate Lentils and Adjust Seasonings: Add 1.5 cups of cooked brown lentils to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through. Taste and add the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, adjusting salt levels as needed.

8. 8

   Finish with Sour Cream: Remove the skillet from heat and gently stir in ½ cup of sour cream (or vegan sour cream) until creamy and well blended, ensuring the sauce does not boil to avoid curdling.

9. 9

   Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving. Enjoy your warming Lentil Mushroom Stroganoff with noodles, rice, or crusty bread.