Moroccan Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Moroccan Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 small green pepper, finely chopped; 2 medium carrots, shredded; 1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped eggplant; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 1/4 teaspoons cumin; 3/4 teaspoon curry powder; 3/4 teaspoon allspice; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 quarts water; 2 14 1/2-ounce cans chicken broth; 3/4 cup dry sherry; 1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained; 1 16-ounce bag dried lentils, any variety; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Plain yogurt or sour cream, for garnish; Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped eggplant
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/4 teaspoons cumin
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
3/4 teaspoon allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 quarts water
2 14 1/2-ounce cans chicken broth
3/4 cup dry sherry
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1 16-ounce bag dried lentils, any variety
1/2 teaspoon salt
Plain yogurt or sour cream, for garnish
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
In a large (6- to 8-quart) stockpot over medium heat, combine the butter and oil and stir until the butter has melted.
2
Add the onions, green pepper, carrots, eggplant and garlic.
3
Stir well.
4
Add the cumin, curry powder, allspice, cinnamon and red pepper flakes.
5
Saute, stirring, until the vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes.
6
Add water, chicken broth, sherry, tomatoes and lentils, and bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, 1 hour, or until the lentils have softened.
8
Season with salt.
9
To serve, garnish each bowl with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkling of chopped cilantro.

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 small green pepper, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Moroccan 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moroccan Lentil Soup

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