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Persian Lentil Soup
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Persian Lentil Soup

30 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The soup is simple and quick to prepare. You can make a hearty and delicious soup in just half an hour if you have Persian (red) lentils on hand. You can add other ingredients or vegetables to taste: celery stalks, bell pepper, sausages. The soup is ready to serve.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the listed ingredients.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Rinse the lentils in water several times until the liquid becomes clear.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Cut the potatoes into medium cubes and place them in a pot together with the rinsed lentils. Add bay leaves, pour in water, and add salt. Boil everything for about 15–20 minutes. The cooking time for lentils and diced potatoes is roughly the same.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Finely chop the onion into small cubes and grate the carrot on a fine grater. Sauté everything in heated vegetable oil in a skillet for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Add the sautéed mixture to the soup and season with pepper. If desired, add a little vegetable seasoning or other spices and herbs.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Rinse parsley or dill, chop finely, and add to the pot. Simmer the soup for about 2-3 minutes, then turn off the heat. Let it steep, covered, for 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Then pour the soup into deep plates and serve. You can add a little sour cream or mayonnaise of any fat content.