Annabel Langbein'S Turkish Bride Soup Recipe

Name: Annabel Langbein'S Turkish Bride Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; 6 tablespoons butter; 3 onions, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1-1/2 teaspoons smoked or plain parika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1-1/2 cups red lentils; 3/4 cup bulgur or cracked wheat; ½ cups vegetable broth or water; 1-1/2 tablespoons dried mint; 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; salt and ground black pepper; To garnish; 1 cup plain yogurt; lemon wedges; extra mint leaves

Servings: persons

Ingredients
6 tablespoons butter
3 onions, finely chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1-1/2 teaspoons smoked or plain parika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups red lentils
3/4 cup bulgur or cracked wheat
½ cups vegetable broth or water
1-1/2 tablespoons dried mint
2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper
To garnish
1 cup plain yogurt
lemon wedges
extra mint leaves

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["Heat the butter in a large, heavy-based pot and cook the onions over a gentle heat until very soft (about 10 minutes). Stir in tomato paste, paprika and cayenne and cook for another minute.", "Mix in lentils and bulgur or cracked wheat, then add broth or water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a low simmer and continue to cook for a further 30 minutes, stirring now and then.", "Remove from heat and stir in the dried mint, fresh mint and lemon juice. Adjust seasonings, including cayenne pepper, to taste, cover and leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Turkish Bride Soup can be made ahead to this point, kept in the fridge for
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up to 3 days and reheated when needed.", "When ready to serve, bring back to a simmer. Divide between serving bowls, swirl in a little yogurt and serve with lemon wedges and mint leaves.", "This recipe is from Annabel's TV series Annabel Langbein The Free Range Cook: Simple Pleasures, screening now on PBS. The accompanying book, containing all the recipes from the series, is available on amazon.com http://amzn.to/1GxXv0v
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To preview the series go to http://bit.ly/1iKu2FW and for a PBS screening schedule go to http://bit.ly/1JDaUQD.
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For more great Annabel Langbein recipes see www.annabel-langbein.com"]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, 6 tablespoons butter, 3 onions, finely chopped, 3 tablespoons tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Annabel Langbein'S Turkish Bride 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.

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Annabel Langbein'S Turkish Bride Soup

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