Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 cups hot water; 1 1/2 cups dried brown lentils; 3 cups chopped onions; 2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 3/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1
In Dutch oven, bring water to a boil.
2
Add lentils; return to a boil.
3
Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
5
Heat over Medium-High heat until hot.
6
Add onions; cook 8-10 minutes or until edges of onions are brown, stirring occasionally.
7
Add onions to lentils.
8
If desired for additional flavor, pour about 1/2 cup of lentil liquid into skillet; scrape bottom and sides to remove any bits of browned onions.
9
Add to lentil mixture.
10
Stir in all remaining ingredients.
11
Cover: cook 20 minutes.

174

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 cups hot water, 1 1/2 cups dried brown lentils, 3 cups chopped onions, 2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Spiced 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 Spiced Lentil Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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