NILE RIVER LENTIL SOUP

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A very tasty vegetable soup from Egypt. I just hope that they aren't actually making soup with water from the Nile, lol.

Provided by Annacia

Categories Lentil

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup red lentil, rinsed
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
4 cups water or 4 cups vegetable stock
2 slices lemons (1/4 inch thick or so)
1/2 cup tomatoes (chopped, canned or fresh)
cayenne pepper, to taste
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander leaves (cilantro)

Steps:

Heat oil in heavy pot on medium high heat.
Saute onion and garlic until softened.
Stir in lentils, ginger, cumin and coriander with onion/garlic mixture.
Add lemon slices, stock, tomatoes, cayenne, salt and pepper.
(you can add salt and pepper later, but it's usually added now).
Add the water or vegetable stock.
Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover pot and simmer for about 45 minutes (it may only take 30 minutes) or until lentils are tender.
If you like your soup thin, add more stock.
Take the pot off the burner, discard lemon slices, and puree soup in blender or food processor.
Season if you have not already added the salt and pepper.
Sprinkle with coriander (cilantro leaves).
Alternatively, you can add the cilantro before you put the soup in the food processor.

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Chaos with the Kimball's

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This soup is amazing! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I love the addition of the crispy onions and the cilantro. This is definitely a keeper recipe.

sahebjada shifat

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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper if you don't like spicy food.

K JAN

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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was very flavorful and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.

Alex marks

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This soup is delicious! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is very flavorful. I love the addition of the crispy onions and the cilantro. This is definitely a recipe that I will be making again.

Akavish Faraz

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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I usually add a few extra vegetables, such as carrots and celery, to make it even more hearty.

resham tamang dong

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This is my go-to lentil soup recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and it's ready when I get home from work.

Zeeshan Aslam Zeeshan Aslam

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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I always add a little extra cumin and coriander to give it a bit more flavor.

Karabo ZA

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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are just perfect. I especially love the addition of the crispy onions. This is definitely a recipe that I will be making again and again.

I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint. The soup is hearty and filling, and the flavors are just perfect. I will definitely be making this again.

Zoe Likesfood

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This soup is amazing! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I love the addition of the crispy onions and the cilantro. This is definitely a keeper recipe.

Sreekuttan Premank

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I'm always looking for new and exciting lentil soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices creates a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. I also appreciate that the reci

Temitope Aduloju

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This lentil soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with just the right amount of spice. I especially loved the addition of the crispy onions, which added a nice textural contrast to the soft lentils. Overall, this

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