TURKISH RED LENTIL SOUP

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Another delectable entry for the Zaar World Tour from the enticing World Vegetarian Cookbook by Madhur Jaffrey. This is simple enough to prepare midweek and comforting as the first cold air of fall arrives.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Lentil

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup red lentil, washed and cleaned
4 cups vegetable stock
1/4 cup mild onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup white potato, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place the red lentils in a colandar and rinse.
  • Sift through to remove and debris or damaged beans.
  • Place the washed and cleaned lentils into a medium pot with the stock, potatoes, onions and paprika.
  • Bring the pot to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
  • Loosely place a lid on the pot leaving slightly ajar as to allow some evaporation.
  • Cook for 40-40 minutes until the lentils are tender.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place all but 1 cup of the soup into a blender or food processor and blend briefly.
  • Return blended soup to the pot with the reserved cup of soup.
  • Heat through.
  • Serve.

Amber Herforth
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I've never made lentil soup before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out great!


Charley Butcher
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.


jasika john
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I'm not a big fan of lentil soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Faizan Ikram
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Elodie Sheldon
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Eli Haas
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This is the best lentil soup I've ever had. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Hanzala Yousaf
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the lentils are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Derek Chhim
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's easy to make and always comes out perfect.


technical sharafatali
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the rich flavor. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Gary Greene
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The soup is hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Malak Mourad
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This Turkish red lentil soup is a fantastic recipe! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


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