Lentils in risotto style with chanterelles

4 servings

45 minutes

Lentils in risotto style with chanterelles is a refined and soulful dish inspired by Russian cuisine but possessing delicate Italian elegance. Forest chanterelles add a mushroom aroma and sophistication, while lentils soaked in white wine and butter create a rich, velvety texture similar to risotto. The mild heat of chili pepper and the spice of paprika balance the flavor, while fresh basil adds a touch of freshness. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special evening with friends. The lentils retain their shape while remaining tender, and the creamy sauce with chanterelles envelops each spoonful, creating true gastronomic pleasure. Serving with slow-cooked cherry tomatoes completes the composition by adding a light sweet tang.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 584.8
• Proteins: 9.9g
• Fats: 50.1g
• Carbohydrates: 22.5g

Ingredients

• Lentils: 250 g
• Chanterelles: 500 g
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Onion: 1 pc
• Dry white wine: 100 ml
• Olive oil: 100 ml
• Butter: 100 g
• Red chili pepper: to taste
• Bay leaf: 1 pc
• Paprika: 1 tbsp
• Sour cream 10%: 100 g
• Green basil: 1 bunch
• Salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Water: 400 ml
• Cherry tomatoes: 30 g

Cooking steps

1. In a pan with olive and butter, add 0.5 onion, garlic, chili pepper and sauté a little.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Red chili pepper:  to taste
   • Olive oil: 100 ml
   • Butter: 100 g

2. Add lentils, let them absorb the oil. Pour in white wine and let it evaporate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lentils: 250 g
   • Olive oil: 100 ml
   • Butter: 100 g
   • Dry white wine: 100 ml

3. Then we add water, salt, pepper, paprika, bay leaf, and bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 400 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Paprika: 1 tablespoon
   • Bay leaf: 1 piece

4. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30-35 minutes (or the time indicated on the package). The main thing is not to turn the lentils into puree.

5. In a pan with olive and butter, add finely chopped onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Olive oil: 100 ml
   • Butter: 100 g

6. Fry until light golden color. Add chanterelles and sauté a little.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chanterelles: 500 g

7. Add salt and pepper. Reduce the heat and add sour cream. Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Sour cream 10%: 100 g

8. After turning off the stove, we add chopped green basil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green basil: 1 bunch

9. Serve. You can decorate with cherry tomatoes, lightly sautéed in a pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 30 g