**Little Mafia's Romanian Lentil Soup: A Hearty and Flavorful Journey**
Embark on a culinary adventure with Little Mafia's Romanian lentil soup, a delightful symphony of flavors that captures the essence of Romanian cuisine. This hearty and comforting soup, also known as ciorbă de linte, is a harmonious blend of lentils, vegetables, and a tantalizing sour flavor that will warm your soul. Dive into this flavorful journey as we unveil the secrets behind this traditional Romanian dish, exploring its rich history and providing step-by-step recipes for both the classic version and a modern, vegan interpretation. Discover the magic of Romanian cuisine and let your taste buds dance with delight as you savor the goodness of Little Mafia's lentil soup.
LITTLEMAFIA'S ROMANIAN BEANS SOUP
If you're Romanian you love this already. Even if you're not you'll love it once you try it. As long as you like smoked meat. The vinegar is optional, myself I like it without.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories Beans
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Saute oil and flour together until light brown.
- Add onion and paprika, saute for 10 minutes.
- Add the cubed pork, saute for 5 minutes.
- Add bean and stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Season with vinegar, salt and pepper.
LITTLEMAFIA'S ROMANIAN LENTIL SOUP
Make and share this Littlemafia's Romanian Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories European
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil the lentils in 2 L water with some salt.
- When the lentils are soft, add the chopped parsley root,onion and carrot.
- Let boil another 10 minutes and add thyme,garlic.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.7, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2449.7, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 9, Sugar 5.5, Protein 8.6
THE BEST LENTIL SOUP
Brown lentils are the star of this dish. To boost flavor, we used a classic mirepoix-onion, celery and carrot - as well as thyme, bay and oregano for an herby finish. We found the fresh lemon juice and parsley at the end brightened up the soup and added a nice pop of color.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add the carrot, onion, celery and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are starting to caramelize and take on a dark brown color, 8 to 10 minutes (this step is important as it will add tons of flavor to your soup!).
- Stir in the tomato paste and garlic and cook, scraping up the brown bits, until the garlic is fragrant and slightly softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add in the lentils, stock, 4 cups water, thyme, bay leaf, oregano, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, 2 teaspoons salt and a generous amount of black pepper and stir to combine. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook until the lentils are softened with just a bit of bite, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf. Puree 2 1/2 cups of the soup in a blender until smooth then stir back into the pot. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley. Ladle into bowls and garnish with more parsley.
LITTLEMAFIA'S ROMANIAN BEEF SOUR SOUP
Lovage is the secret to a good Romanian sour soup. Celery leaves are an OK substitution but it's not exactly the same thing. I grow my own lovage leaves in a flower pot. If sauerkraut juice is not available season the soup with lemon juice and make up the amount with water. Traditionally, borsh is added to make the soup sour,which is fermented wheat bran. Cooking time depends on how quick the meat is boiling.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories European
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring to boil the beef cut into medium sized pieces together with water and salt.
- Remove the scum several times, then add some salt.
- Clean and chop or grate the veggies and add them to the soup.
- Later add the tomatoes . Let it boil for another 10 - 15 minute.
- Separately boil the pickled cabbage juice then add it to beef soup.
- Add the noodles.
- Boil the sour soup for another few minutes, add the tomato paste, put salt and lemon juice to taste.
- When is cooked, add parsley and lovage leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.6, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 45, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 3
LITTLEMAFIA'S ROMANIAN SOUR SOUP(CIORBA)
Ciorba is a sour soup from Romania enjoyed by the people especially in winter. It can be done by sauteeing the veggies or without and can add vermicelli noodles in the end. Serve with sour cream.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories European
Time 50m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut all the vegetables in cubes.
- Sautee the onion, add the rest of veggies.
- Add the water and the stock.When it's almost done add the tomato paste, chopped parsley. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice according to your taste. Add little by little so it's not too sour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.3, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 143.7, Carbohydrate 40.4, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 11.6, Protein 5.7
LITTLEMAFIA'S ROMANIAN MEATBALLS SOUP
I'm opening a series of Romanian soups,especially sour soups called Chiorba or Borsh.Very popular here, some people eat them everyday. This one is called Chiorba de perisoare. I mentioned that it's optional the sour cream & egg yolks step. It makes the soup richer, even if you skip it the taste is still good.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories European
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- To make the meatballs, mix together all the ingredients. Then take a little of this mixture and make little balls (the size that you like - my mom makes them quite big while I prefer them small).
- Fry the chopped onion in oil .
- Add the chopped or grated onion,carrot,parsley and celery root.
- Add the water , salt and leave to boil for 10 - 15 minutes, then add the meatballs to the soup, one by one.
- Simmer until the meatballs rise - about 30-45 minutes .
- Add the parsley .
- Turn off the heat and cover for 15 minutes.
- This step is optional :In a separate bowl, mix 2 egg yolks with the sour cream. Add the egg/sour cream mixture into the soup.
- To season the soup add fresh lemon juice - adjusting to taste.
- Add the chopped parsley,the celery and the lovage leaves.
- Serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.9, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 64.7, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.6
Tips:
- Use a variety of lentils. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Lentils come in different colors, shapes, and sizes, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Try using a mix of brown, green, and red lentils for a colorful and flavorful soup.
- Sauté your vegetables before adding them to the soup. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more tender. Sautéing also helps to caramelize the vegetables, which adds a delicious depth of flavor to the soup.
- Use a flavorful broth. The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a good one. Use a homemade broth if you have time, or use a high-quality store-bought broth. Avoid using water, as this will make your soup bland.
- Season your soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten up the flavor.
- Let your soup simmer for a while. This will help to develop the flavors and make the soup more delicious. Simmer your soup for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time.
Conclusion:
Romanian lentil soup is a hearty, flavorful, and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a very affordable and easy-to-make soup, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a delicious and nutritious soup, give Romanian lentil soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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