Lentil Soup With Egyptian Spices Recipe

Name: Lentil Soup With Egyptian Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 packet RawSpiceBar's Egyptian Spices; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 carrots, chopped; 1/2 cup celery, chopped; 1 cup tomatoes, chopped; 1 pound lentils; 2 quarts vegetable or chicken stock; 2 teaspoon salt; 2 loaves whole-wheat pita bread (For croutons); 1 olive oil (For croutons); 1 pinch salt (For croutons)

Servings: persons

1 packet RawSpiceBar's Egyptian Spices
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 pound lentils
2 quarts vegetable or chicken stock
2 teaspoon salt
2 loaves whole-wheat pita bread (For croutons)
1 olive oil (For croutons)
1 pinch salt (For croutons)

1
In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the onions, garlic, carrots, salt and celery. Cook, stirring until onions are translucent, about 7 min.
2
Add the lentils, tomatoes & RawSpiceBar's Egyptian Spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3
Add the stock, bring to the boil then turn down the heat to low and simmer for 35-45 min, until vegetables are very soft.
4
While the soup is simmering, make the croutons. Preheat oven to 200C. Cut or tear pita bread into bite-sized pieces. Toss with a generous drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt then spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place in oven for about 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
5
Puree the soup with a blender in batches, until smooth. Adjust seasoning and serve with croutons and a sprinkle of dukkah if you like. Enjoy!

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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: 1 packet RawSpiceBar's Egyptian Spices, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Lentil Soup With Egyptian Spices 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.

Lentil Soup With Egyptian Spices

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