Weeknight Albanian Slow-Cooked Lentils Pilaf

Assemble the ingredients: lentils, salt, onion, turmeric, stock, coriander, paprika.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the lentils and cook until slow-cooked.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Albanian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Albanian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.