Indulge in a tantalizing journey with our Jamaican-inspired spicy lentil soup, a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Kingston. This hearty and comforting dish is brimming with an aromatic blend of spices, the warmth of scotch bonnet peppers, and the goodness of wholesome lentils. As you savor each spoonful, you'll be greeted by a harmonious balance of heat, tang, and a touch of sweetness. Alongside the main recipe, we present variations to cater to diverse preferences, including a vegan option, a smoky chipotle-infused version, and a delightful slow-cooker adaptation. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Jamaica!
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SPICY LENTIL SOUP
This is a filling, hearty soup that is very easy to make!
Provided by Darcie Paule
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in carrot and celery; cook, stirring often, until vegetables are tender, about 8 more minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, crushed red pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; mix in chicken stock and lentils.
- Bring soup to a boil and reduce heat to low; simmer until lentils are soft, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 711.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SPICY VEGGIE & LENTIL SOUP
I enjoy this recipe because it's meatless, inexpensive and simply delicious! You can substitute any vegetables you like-it's all a matter of preference. Serve warm pita bread on the side. -Geraldine Hennessey, Glendale, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 6h45m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables and lentils are tender, 6-8 hours., Discard bay leaves. Stir in salt and diced tomatoes; cook, covered, 30 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 693mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY LENTIL SOUP
I've finally found a lentil soup my husband goes for. Adjust the spice level to your taste, and present this yummy soup with warm pita bread. -Eva Barker, Henrietta, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 9h25m
Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place potatoes, onion, carrots and celery in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add seasonings; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes longer. Transfer to slow cooker., Stir in broth, tomato sauce and lentils. Cook, covered, on low 9-11 hours or until lentils are tender. Stir in lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 925mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 14g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
SPICY LENTIL SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the lentils and 7 cups warm water in a pot, cover and bring to a boil. Add the chile pepper, tomato, ginger, garlic, turmeric and 2 teaspoons salt. Partially cover and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir in the cilantro. Thin the soup with water, if desired, and season with salt.
- Mix the yogurt with 2 teaspoons water and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the yogurt and more cilantro. Serve with naan.
SPICY LENTIL AND SAUSAGE SOUP
This hearty soup is peppered with spicy sausage, ground spices and dried herbs, and fresh basil. The lentils are the perfect vehicle to carry the robust flavors from the red wine and hot sauce, and the tomato sauce ties everything together. This soup is rather spicy, so feel free to omit the hot sauce if you'd like to reduce the heat. The sausage can be substituted with vegan sausage or omitted altogether.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield Makes 6 cups, serving 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the carrots, celery and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Push the ingredients to the sides of the pot to make a well in the center. Add the chili powder, cumin and paprika in the well and toast until fragrant, 1 minute. Season with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and stir in the bay leaf.
- Stir in the chicken stock, tomato sauce, red wine and lentils. Increase the heat and cook until boiling, then reduce to a hearty simmer. Cover and cook until the lentils are cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, then stir in the basil, hot sauce and lemon juice. Taste to adjust the seasoning and serve over quinoa if desired.
SPICY SAUSAGE LENTIL SOUP
From www.TopSecretRecipes.com I think you will find this very like the soup served at Carrabba's Restaurant. It is exceptional, indeed.
Provided by Grannydragon
Categories Lentil
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in large soup pot. Add onion, carrot, garlic, and sausage to the pot, Saute for 8 minutes, stirring often. Break up the sausage into small bits as it cooks.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
SPICED CARROT & LENTIL SOUP
A delicious, spicy blend packed full of iron and low in fat to boot. It's ready in under half an hour, or can be made in a slow cooker
Provided by Jane Hornby
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Snack, Soup, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large saucepan and dry-fry 2 tsp cumin seeds and a pinch of chilli flakes for 1 min, or until they start to jump around the pan and release their aromas.
- Scoop out about half with a spoon and set aside. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 600g coarsely grated carrots, 140g split red lentils, 1l hot vegetable stock and 125ml milk to the pan and bring to the boil.
- Simmer for 15 mins until the lentils have swollen and softened.
- Whizz the soup with a stick blender or in a food processor until smooth (or leave it chunky if you prefer).
- Season to taste and finish with a dollop of plain yogurt and a sprinkling of the reserved toasted spices. Serve with warmed naan breads.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.25 milligram of sodium
JAMAICAN LENTIL STEW WITH COCONUT
1 pot, 1 hour = simple, incredibly tasty vegetarian meal. Truly a delightful change from ordinary lentil stew or soup. Make sure you have a hunk of great bread to sop up the stew juices or you'll end up using your fingers! Add a salad for a complete meal.
Provided by rsarahl
Categories Stew
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make a thick paste by mashing ginger and garlic together using a pestle and mortar or a small bowl and the heel of a wooden spoon.
- Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a large saucepan, add the onion and saute until transparent.
- Add the garlic ginger paste and saute another 2 minutes until fragrant; lower heat and stir constantly to avoid burning the paste.
- Add the spices and saute for a minute more.
- Stir in the coconut milk, stock, lentils, sweet potato and pumpkin puree.
- Simmer over medium - low heat for 40 - 50 minutes or until sweet potato is soft and almost melting into the stew. Be sure to stir occasionaly.
- Before serving, stir in the red curry paste if you are using it or adjust seasoning with black pepper.
- NOTE: The stew has a creamy texture and is thick with lentils, sweet potato and pumpkin that melt into a delictable base. If you prefer a lighter soup then add more stock to thin the base, or try adding more cocount milk for a very savory and unique taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.3, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 15.9, Sodium 57.8, Carbohydrate 85.5, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 54.1, Protein 10.6
Tips:
- Use a variety of lentils. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Lentils come in many different colors and sizes, each with a slightly different flavor. For this recipe, we recommend using a combination of brown, green, and red lentils.
- Don't skip the toasting step. Toasting the lentils in a little oil before adding them to the soup helps to bring out their flavor and give the soup a slightly smoky taste.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth. The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich, flavorful taste.
- Add the vegetables in stages. This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked. Add the harder vegetables, like carrots and celery, first, and then add the softer vegetables, like tomatoes and spinach, later.
- Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste until the soup is flavorful but not too salty.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for lentil soup include croutons, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of yogurt.
Conclusion:
This spicy lentil soup with a Jamaican twist is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices creates a flavorful and satisfying soup that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and hearty meal, give this lentil soup a try!
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