Persian Dried Lime Soup Recipe

Name: Persian Dried Lime Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 onions, diced small; 2 tablespoons oil (coconut works well, or other oil with a high smoking point); 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils); 1/2 cup basmati rice; 4 dried limes, pierced several times with a fork or knife; 1/2 tablespoon toasted ground cumin; 1/2 tablespoon toasted ground coriander seeds; 2 teaspoons turmeric; 8 cups chicken/vegetable stock; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

2 onions, diced small
2 tablespoons oil (coconut works well, or other oil with a high smoking point)
1 cup masoor dal (red lentils)
1/2 cup basmati rice
4 dried limes, pierced several times with a fork or knife
1/2 tablespoon toasted ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon toasted ground coriander seeds
2 teaspoons turmeric
8 cups chicken/vegetable stock
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

1
Heat oil on medium heat.
2
Fry onions until brown and caramelized, stirring often.
3
Add in all spices (except limes) and toast in oil until fragrant (1-2 minutes, don't let it burn).
4
Add rice and lentils and toast briefly -- 2-3 minutes -- stirring often.
5
Deglaze the pan with water or stock and scrape up all the brown bits.
6
Add the rest of the liquid and the dried limes.
7
Cover and let simmer 30-45 minutes until the lentils are soft and broken down.
8
Taste and add salt and lime juice to your preference. You may remove the large dried lime pieces at this time if it is your preference.
9
Stir in chopped cilantro and serve hot.

1010

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

153

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 onions, diced small, 2 tablespoons oil (coconut works well, or other oil with a high smoking point), 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils), 1/2 cup basmati rice, and more.

Yes, Persian Dried Lime 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.

Persian Dried Lime Soup

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