Armenian Onion Lentil Soup With Barley Recipe

Name: Armenian Onion Lentil Soup With Barley Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. sliced onions slivers; 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper healthy pinch sugar; 1 Tbsp. white wine (Chardonnay); 1/2 tsp Hungarian paprika or possibly to taste; 1/2 tsp dry tarragon; 1/2 tsp dry vegetable flakes (such as Lawry's salt free 17-seasonings) or possibly vegetarian bouillon (carrot tomato celery based); 4 c. water; 2 tsp beef-flavored bouillon (mcKays); 2 Tbsp. tomato paste; 2/3 c. cooked lentils (brown or possibly green); 2/3 c. cooked barley; 1/2 tsp dry tarragon or possibly more for sweetness water as needed

Servings: persons

1 c. sliced onions slivers
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper healthy pinch sugar
1 Tbsp. white wine (Chardonnay)
1/2 tsp Hungarian paprika or possibly to taste
1/2 tsp dry tarragon
1/2 tsp dry vegetable flakes (such as Lawry's salt free 17-seasonings) or possibly vegetarian bouillon (carrot tomato celery based)
4 c. water
2 tsp beef-flavored bouillon (mcKays)
2 Tbsp. tomato paste
2/3 c. cooked lentils (brown or possibly green)
2/3 c. cooked barley
1/2 tsp dry tarragon or possibly more for sweetness water as needed

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["Saute/fry the onions in extra virgin olive oil; season with salt, pepper and sugar.", "Saute/fry till golden brown (10 min).", "Deglaze the pan with white wine.", "Sprinkle onions with paprika and stir till paprika is warmed.", "Add in tarragon and vegetable flakes; stir.", "Add in water, bouillon, tomato paste, cooked lentils and barley.", "Bring to a boil.", "Reduce heat and simmer for 5 min.", "Add in more tarragon and additional water to thin the soup to your preference.", "Serve warm with a biscuit.", "Warm PAPRIKA: Add in a healthy pinch of cayenne pepper to sweet paprika.", "MICROWAVE BARLEY: 1 measure of rinsed barley, 2.5 measures water, healthy pinch salt.", "Microwave in rice-steamer fitted with inner lid for 15 min, turning every 5 min.", "Let sit 5 min.", "Drain.", "Description: ""Lentils, barley and onions with sweet tarragon and warm paprika""

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. sliced onions slivers, 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper healthy pinch sugar, 1 Tbsp. white wine (Chardonnay), 1/2 tsp Hungarian paprika or possibly to taste, and more.

Yes, Armenian Onion Lentil Soup With Barley Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!