Strained Lentil Soup Recipe

Strained lentil soup, an indispensable part of classical Turkish cuisine, is a nutritious and delicious starter.
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Strained Lentil Soup (Serves 6)

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups red lentils
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 7 cups water (optional 3 cups meat/chicken broth + 4 cups normal water)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)

For topping:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon powdered red pepper
  • Mint (optional)

Preparation:

  1. Chop the onion and carrot. Wash and drain the lentils.

  2. Add the butter and oil to the pot. Fry the onion for a few minutes. Then add the carrots and continue to fry together.

  3. Add the flour and fry for 1-2 minutes until the smell comes out.

  4. Add the lentils, stir. Then add the water.

  5. After it boils, reduce the heat and cook for about 30-35 minutes until the lentils and vegetables are completely soft.

  6. Blend the cooked soup or strain it through a strainer to a strained consistency.

  7. Put it back on the stove, add salt and spices. If necessary, add some hot water for consistency.

  8. For the topping, fry the pepper powder in butter, you can also add mint if you wish. Pour over the soup.

Serving Suggestion:

You can serve it hot, with lemon slices and toasted bread. If you wish, you can also add a few drops of lemon juice.