Vegan Lentil Shepherd's Pie

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

   Aproximativ 5 min.

2. 2

   Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.

   Nota bucătarului: Adding salt to the water helps season the potatoes from the inside out.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

   Aproximativ 20 min.

4. 4

   While the potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

   Nota bucătarului: Ensure your skillet is oven-safe for easy transfer later.

5. 5

   Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.

   Aproximativ 7 min.

6. 6

   Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Be careful not to burn the garlic.

7. 7

   Add the lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and vegan worcestershire sauce to the skillet.

8. 8

   Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

   Aproximativ 25 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan.

9. 9

   Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot.

10. 10

    Add the unsweetened plant milk, vegan butter, salt, and black pepper to the potatoes.

11. 11

    Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

    Nota bucătarului: For extra creamy mash, use a potato ricer.

12. 12

    Once the lentil filling is cooked, stir in the frozen peas.

13. 13

    Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the lentil mixture in the skillet.

    Aproximativ 2 min.

    Nota bucătarului: You can use a fork to create ridges on top for extra crispiness.

14. 14

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

    Aproximativ 25 min.

15. 15

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

    Aproximativ 5 min.

    Nota bucătarului: This allows the filling to set slightly.

16. 16

    Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.