Lentil and Onion Soup, Curry flavor Recipe

Name: Lentil and Onion Soup, Curry flavor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (.5 kg). dry lentils (usually one package); 1 cup (225 ml) coarsely chopped onion; 1 tbsp (15 ml). chopped garlic; 5 tbsp (70 ml). vegetable or olive oil; 1 tbsp (15 ml). yellow curry powder; 1 tsp (5 ml). ground cumin; 1 tsp (5 ml). paprika; 1 bay leaf; salt to taste; ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Rinse lentils then place in a pot.
2
Cover lentils by about 1 inch cold water.
3
Cook covered about one hour, until soft.
4
Check every 10 minutes to make sure they aren't drying out and add more liquid if needed.
5
About 15 minutes before the lentils are done, saute the onions and garlic in the oil until the onions begin to brown.
6
Set aside.
7
Transfer the lentils and liquid to a food processor, in batches, and blend until smooth.
8
Once all the lentils are blended, tranfer them back to the pot.
9
Stir in sauteed onions and garlic, the bay leaf, and the seasonings.
10
Add 2 cups (475 ml) more water, up to 3 cups (700 ml) if necessary.
11
Allow to simmer for another hour, stirring occasionally.
12
Check seasoning and then serve with warm naan or pita.
13
You can garnish it if you like, I usually just crack some more black pepper on top.

335

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb (.5 kg). dry lentils (usually one package), 1 cup (225 ml) coarsely chopped onion, 1 tbsp (15 ml). chopped garlic, 5 tbsp (70 ml). vegetable or olive oil, and more.

Yes, Lentil and Onion Soup, Curry flavor 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!

Lentil and Onion Soup, Curry flavor

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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