Best 3 Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our exploration of the best recipes for Moroccan spiced lentil soup, a tantalizing dish that blends the vibrant flavors of North African cuisine. Immerse yourself in a journey of tastes and aromas with our handpicked selection of recipes, each promising a unique take on this comforting and flavorful soup. Whether you seek a hearty and earthy version or a vibrant and colorful rendition, our guide will lead you to the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN SPICED RED LENTIL SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced or pureed
4 stalks of celery, washed and sliced crosswise 1/2-inch thick
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 generous pinch saffron
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 large or 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
1 pound red lentils
2 quarts water
1 cup cooked wheat berries
6 Italian Roma tomatoes, cored and diced
1/2 bunch cilantro, washed, leaves sliced thin crosswise
1 loaf long skinny bread, sliced on the diagonal 3/4-inch thick
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil or softened butter

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring, 10 minutes until softened and beginning to color. Add garlic and cook one minute to release its aroma. Add celery and cook 2 minutes until softened. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, the pepper and the turmeric, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, saffron, and bay leaf and cook 2 to 3 minutes to develop the flavor of the spices. Add tomato paste, potatoes, lentils and water and cook 45 minutes; the lentils and potatoes should be quite tender. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon salt, wheat berries and tomatoes and heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with cilantro.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly brush oil or butter on both sides of bread slices. Arrange bread in a single layer on a cookie sheet and bake 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool croutons on a wire rack.

MOROCCAN SPICED LENTIL SOUP



Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup image

Make and share this Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Lentil

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups hot water
1 1/2 cups dried brown lentils
3 cups chopped onions
2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, bring water to a boil.
  • Add lentils; return to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Heat over Medium-High heat until hot.
  • Add onions; cook 8-10 minutes or until edges of onions are brown, stirring occasionally.
  • Add onions to lentils.
  • If desired for additional flavor, pour about 1/2 cup of lentil liquid into skillet; scrape bottom and sides to remove any bits of browned onions.
  • Add to lentil mixture.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients.
  • Cover: cook 20 minutes.

MOROCCAN SPICED RED LENTIL SOUP



MOROCCAN SPICED RED LENTIL SOUP image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Stew     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Vegan

Yield 4 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced or pureed
4 stalks of celery, washed and sliced crosswise 1/2-inch thick
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 generous pinch saffron
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 large or 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
1 pound red lentils
2 quarts water
1 cup cooked wheat berries (optional)
6 Italian Roma tomatoes, cored and diced
1/2 bunch cilantro, washed, leaves sliced thin crosswise
CROUTONS TO FLOAT ON A BOWL OF SOUP:
1 loaf long skinny bread, sliced on the diagonal 3/4-inch thick
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil or softened butter

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring, 10 minutes until softened and beginning to color. Add garlic and cook one minute to release its aroma. Add celery and cook 2 minutes until softened. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, the pepper and the turmeric, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, saffron, and bay leaf and cook 2 to 3 minutes to develop the flavor of the spices. Add tomato paste, potatoes, lentils and water and cook 45 minutes; the lentils and potatoes should be quite tender. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon salt, wheat berries and tomatoes and heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with cilantro. CROUTONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly brush oil or butter on both sides of bread slices. Arrange bread in a single layer on a cookie sheet and bake 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool croutons on a wire rack.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use vegetable broth instead of water.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or cumin for a bit of heat.
  • If you don't have any fresh cilantro, use 1/4 teaspoon of dried cilantro.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread or pita chips.

Conclusion:

This Moroccan spiced lentil soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its rich flavor and hearty texture, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

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