Authentic Egyptian Red Lentil Soup

Per serving

235kcal
16.3гProteins
1.6гFats
41гCarbs

This soup is considered to be a tradition for breaking the Ramadan fast in Egypt and is a traditional "Middle Eastern peace recipe". I got this from a Middle Eastern living blog and decided to share it since I was looking for red lentil recipes. Red lentils can be found in Indian and Middle Eastern grocery stores. This awesome soup is vegan and quite healthy.

Ingredients

3 serv.
  • small onion, finely chopped1
  • red lentil1 cup
  • vegetable stock3 3⁄4 cups
  • salt1 teaspoon
  • pepper1 dash
  • cumin3⁄4 teaspoon
  • turmeric1⁄2 teaspoon
  • chopped cilantro2 tablespoons
  • cayenne1 dash
  • lemon juice2 teaspoons
  • olive oil, to drizzle

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    In a large saucepan, put the onion, lentils, veggie stock, the salt and pepper, and simmer about 30 minutes or until the lentils have really softened and somewhat disintegrated.

  2. 2

    Add some water if the soup needs thinning.

  3. 3

    Stir in cumin, turmeric, cilantro, cayenne, and lemon juice.

  4. 4

    Drizzle some olive oil on to your liking and serve with toasted pita triangles.

Source: food.com
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