TAKE-OUT LENTIL SOUP WITH GARLIC AND CUMIN

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Cuisines all over the world have some version of this warming, garlicky soup. It's the scent of cumin that makes this one Middle-Eastern at the heart. The soup is so fast and easy to make, and the ingredients are ones you are likely to already have in your pantry, so you'll find it the perfect solution to the eternal question: "What's for dinner?". From the Take-Out Menu Cookbook.

Provided by TxGriffLover

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1 3/4 cups dried lentils
8 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot set over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 6 minutes, until the onions become translucent. Add the cumin and continue to cook for another minute.
  • Add the lentils, stock, salt and pepper, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils have broken down. Add water if the soup needs thinning.
  • Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and reseason if necessary.
  • Ladle into soup bowls and drizzle with olive oil to serve.
  • Tip: There are many varieties of lentils: red, green, yellow, and black. Although green is the easiest to find, any variety works well in this soup.
  • Make ahead: This soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator.

Zachery MacArthur
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Overall, I thought this soup was pretty good. I would definitely make it again, but I might make a few changes to the recipe.


Maxamed Yusuf
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This soup is really good, but it's a bit too time-consuming to make for a weeknight meal.


Leann Sustaita
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I'm not a fan of the texture of lentils, but this soup was surprisingly smooth and creamy.


abdul alamin
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This soup is a bit too salty for my taste.


Marissa Almazan
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I would have liked the soup to be thicker, so I added some cornstarch.


Shahid Tanha 1219
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I think this soup would be better with a different type of lentil.


Neha Ishwerpersad
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup was way too spicy.


Rama gad
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out bland and watery.


Mahdi Jokhio
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This soup is delicious and affordable. It's a great way to feed a large family on a budget.


Asha Rajbanshi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's definitely going to be a staple in my kitchen.


Beyonce Carthy
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils.


ITX MOMIL
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I love the addition of cumin and garlic to this soup. It gives it a really nice depth of flavor.


Namra Seher
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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Jonathen Snelling
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Brianna Rivera
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This soup is so delicious and healthy. It's a great way to get your daily dose of lentils.


Zainkhan
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I just threw everything in the pot and let it simmer.


let's forma
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This lentil soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.