Algerian Lamb And Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Algerian Lamb And Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb lean lamb, cut into 1/2 - 3/4 inch cubes; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 8 cups chicken broth; 1 cup lentils; 1 medium onion, minced; 1 carrot, scraped, and finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 cup orzo pasta

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb lean lamb, cut into 1/2 - 3/4 inch cubes
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
8 cups chicken broth
1 cup lentils
1 medium onion, minced
1 carrot, scraped, and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup orzo pasta

1
Rinse the lentils, place in a large pan and cover with water, soak for 2 hours, drain.
2
Heat the oil in a large saucepan.
3
Add the lamb cubes, season with salt and pepper and brown them.
4
Add one-half of the broth, cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the lamb is tender but still slightly underdone.
5
Stir in the lentils and remaining broth and simmer 15 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, saute the onion, carrot and garlic in the butter until soft.
7
Sprinkle onion mixture with the cumin and cinnamon.
8
Add the onion mixture and orzo to the pot.
9
Cover and keeping lid ajar, simmer 10 minutes or until the lamb and lentils are cooked and the pasta is al dente.
10
Taste for seasoning.
11
This is a hearty soup.

1578

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

191

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb lean lamb, cut into 1/2 - 3/4 inch cubes, salt, to taste, pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Algerian Lamb And Lentil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Algerian Lamb And Lentil Soup

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