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Egyptian Lentil Soup (Shorbet Adas)

A hearty and nutritious gluten-free Egyptian lentil soup, perfect for a comforting and healthy dinner. Flavored with cumin, coriander, and lemon.

60m6 servings
280 cal|15g protein|40g carbs|6g fat|12g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Red Lentils
  • 8 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 0.5 tsp Coriander
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the red lentils under cold water.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. 3Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Stir in the red lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  5. 5Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. (Alternatively, carefully transfer soup to a regular blender.)
  6. 6Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7Serve hot, garnished with a lemon wedge or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

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