Spiced Lentil Soup With Beef Recipe

Name: Spiced Lentil Soup With Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 medium onions, finely chopped (about 3 cups); 2 lbs lean stew meat, cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 1 cup); 2 large celery ribs, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 (35 ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped, with juices; 2 quarts water; 1 lb lentils; 5 large cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 large bay leaves; 1 cup finely chopped parsley, leaves; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander seed; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon saffron, pistils; 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; lemon slice, for garnish

Servings: persons

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium onions, finely chopped (about 3 cups)
2 lbs lean stew meat, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 1 cup)
2 large celery ribs, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 (35 ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped, with juices
2 quarts water
1 lb lentils
5 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 large bay leaves
1 cup finely chopped parsley, leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon saffron, pistils
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
lemon slice, for garnish

1
In a 6 to 8-quart pot, combine the olive oil, onions, and beef over medium heat.
2
Cook/stir often, until the onions are translucent and the meat has lost its raw color, 8-10 minutes.
3
Add in the carrots and celery; continue to saute 3 minutes, tossing constantly.
4
Stir in the tomatoes with all their juices, water, lentils, garlic, bay leaves, parsley, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, saffron, and salt (not the pepper, yet); cover and bring to a boil.
5
Decrease heat and simmer steadily, partially covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the lentils are very tender.
6
Add in the pepper and lemon juice; taste and correct with salt.
7
Add more water, if necessary, to bring the soup to desired consistency; it should be thick.
8
Serve piping hot in flat bowls, each bowlful topped with a slice or wedge of lemon and a sprinkling of parsley.

536

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, 3 medium onions, finely chopped (about 3 cups), 2 lbs lean stew meat, cut into 1-inch chunks, 2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 1 cup), and more.

Yes, Spiced Lentil Soup With Beef 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!

Spiced Lentil Soup With Beef

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