Description
This Iraqi Lentil Soup is a hearty and flavorful vegan dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. With a blend of spices and a touch of lemon, this soup is both comforting and nutritious.
Ingredients
Main Soup:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 white onion finely chopped
- 300g red lentils
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1/2 tsp chilli powder
- 1.5 liters boiling water
- 1 vegetable stock pot or stock cube
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh coriander
- Chilli flakes
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan and sauté the onions for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally until onions are translucent.
- Add the lentils, cumin, curry powder, chilli powder, vegetable stock, and boiling water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with optional toppings and accompanied by toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Calories: 144 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 345mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
