Ajvar Lentil Stew

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
• 1/2 cup ajvar
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish