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One Pot Turkish Red Lentil Soup

One Pot Turkish Red Lentil Soup
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A comforting, one-pot Turkish red lentil soup made with aromatic spices like cumin and mint. This halal-friendly dish is naturally creamy, nutritious, and easy to prepare, featuring red lentils, potatoes, and carrots.

Ingredients

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2 cups Red Lentils
6–8 cups Halal Chicken or Beef Broth
1 large Yellow Onio
2 medium Carrots
1 large Potato
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Ground Cumi
1 teaspoon Dried Mint
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
to taste Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat
  2. Add the diced onion and carrots and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the onions become translucent
  3. Stir in the tomato paste, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and dried mint; cook for another 2 minutes to toast the spices
  4. Add the cubed potatoes and rinsed red lentils to the pot, stirring well to coat in the spiced oil
  5. Pour in the halal chicken or beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until the lentils and potatoes are completely tender
  7. Optional: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency (fully smooth or slightly chunky)
  8. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust thickness with additional broth if necessary

Notes

Ensure all ingredients, including meat broths and dairy, are halal certified.

Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Don't skip the potato; its starch provides a velvety mouthfeel.

For an authentic touch, drizzle the soup with a mixture of melted halal-certified butter and paprika right before serving.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.

Lentils absorb liquid as they sit, so you may need to add a splash of water or broth when reheating.

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