Sour Lentil Soup

1. 1

   Wash lentils in several changes of cold water, or place in a sieve and run water through them.

2. 2

   Drain.

3. 3

   Put lentils in a large pot with 8 cups water, spring onion, garlic if used, oil and coriander or parsley (or a combination of the two if preferred).

4. 4

   Bring to the boil, cover pan and simmer on low heat for 1 hour or until lentils are soft.

5. 5

   Put water and flour in a screw top jar, seal and shake until thoroughly combined.

6. 6

   This prevents lumps forming.

7. 7

   Pour this gradually into boiling soup, stirring constantly, until thickened slightly.

8. 8

   Add vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Return to the boil, boil gently for 5 minutes, then serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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