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Vegan Cholent

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A plant-based take on a traditional Shabbat stew that’s just as hearty as the original.

  • Total Time: 2 hour 15 minutes or overnight
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 1 medium potato, peeled and diced

  • 2 Tbsp sweet paprika

  • cup barley

  • 1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes

  • 1 cup vegetable broth

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 cup canned red beans

  • 1 cup canned white beans

  • 1 cup canned chickpeas

  • ¼ cup parsley, chopped

  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat the oil over medium heat.

  2. Add the onion, carrots, garlic and potato. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the onions begin to soften.

  3. Add the paprika, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Add the barley, tomatoes, broth, bay leaf and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce to simmer for 45 minutes, or until the barley is fully cooked. Keep an eye on the water level, adding 1/2 cup of broth, as needed.
  5. Add the beans and chickpeas, stirring to combine. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  6.  Serve with fresh parsley.

  • Author: Micah Siva
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours or overnight
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow-Cooked
  • Cuisine: Ashkenazi