Vegetable Stew With A Patty Recipe

Prepare the Ingredients

1. Prepare the vegetables: chop carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers. 2. Rinse and sort the сочевиця (lentils). 3. For the patty, mix ground meat or a plant-based alternative with breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped onions, salt, and pepper.

Cook the Stew

1. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. 2. Add the onions, garlic, and celery; sauté until softened. 3. Add the remaining vegetables and cook for another 5 minutes. 4. Stir in the сочевиця (lentils) and cover with vegetable broth. 5. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until the сочевиця (lentils) are tender.

Prepare the Patty

1. Form the meat mixture into patties. 2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

Serve

1. Ladle the vegetable stew into bowls. 2. Place a patty on top of each serving. 3. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.