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Egyptian Lentil Soup

Egyptian Cuisine

The earthy flavor of lentils soup is a popular culinary tradition all over the Middle East. It's a vegetarian soup but can be used with chicken or beef stock. It's very nutritious and provides a good source of protein, fiber, iron and potassium. Enjoy!

SPECIFICATIONS

• PREP TIME : 10 Min
• COOK TIME : 30 Min
• READY IN : 40 Min
• SERVINGS : 4

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup dried yellow lentils, rinsed well
• 1 medium carrot, chopped into cubes
• 1 medium potato, chopped into cubes
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 chicken stock cube
• 1/4 teaspoon chili pepper
• 4 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION

1. In a large pot pour in water and bring to a boil, then add in lentils, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, onions and garlic over high heat for 25 minuets, sir well.
2. While the soup boils add in butter, cumin, and chicken stock, season with chili pepper and salt, stir well for another 5 minutes.
3. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.