Partridges with lentils in tomato sauce
4 servings
90 minutes
Partridges with lentils in tomato sauce is an exquisite dish of Chinese cuisine that combines a wealth of flavors and textures. The tender partridge meat infused with the aromas of garlic and white wine harmonizes beautifully with the velvety lentils and rich tomato paste. The dish has a slight tanginess and a warming taste, making it perfect for cozy family lunches. In China, such recipes are often prepared for festive meals, highlighting the value of each ingredient. Topped with fresh herbs, it delights not only in flavor but also in presentation aesthetics. This dish is suitable as a main course for a formal dinner, and its rich taste pairs wonderfully with light side dishes and white wine.
1
Slightly melt and fry the lard in a pan. Add the partridges, seasoned with salt and pepper, and fry. Add the chopped onion and fry for 10 minutes.
- Lard (back fat): 75 g
- Partridges: 500 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Add canned lentils, tomato paste, wine, and garlic to the partridges. Season with salt and pepper and simmer covered for about an hour.
- Canned lentils: 250 g
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- White wine: 150 ml
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Sprinkle the finished dish with chopped greens.
- Fresh herbs: 1 bunch
