Indian lentil soup
Description
Hearty and aromatic soup. You can cook this soup with any type of lentils. The only difference will be in cooking time. Green lentils take longer to cook than other varieties. Serve in bowls and enjoy.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Rinse the lentils and pour two liters of hot water over them. Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, over low heat until almost cooked—about 30-40 minutes.
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Step 3
Add dried celery roots to the lentils in the middle of cooking.
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Step 4
Slice the onion and sweet pepper into short julienne strips. Crush the garlic with the flat side of a knife and chop.
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Step 5
Heat the ghee in a skillet. Add crushed coriander seeds and chili flakes. Heat for half a minute, until fragrant.
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Step 6
Add the onion with pepper and garlic, sauté over low heat until soft. Then add the remaining spices and let them warm up and absorb the oil. Transfer the sautéed mixture with spices into the soup and bring to a gentle boil. Season with salt and cook for a couple of minutes. Then tightly cover with a lid and let the soup steep.
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Step 7
Serve the lentil soup hot, with fresh flatbread, green onions, and vegetables.