How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Turkish Red Lentil Soup ?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 1 large garlic clove, chopped or pressed, 2 T olive oil or 1 T oil and 1 T butter (I use all olive oil), 1/2 pound red lentils, and more.

Is Turkish Red Lentil Soup suitable as soups & stews?

Yes, Turkish Red Lentil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Turkish Red Lentil Soup ?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Turkish Red Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Turkish Red Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large garlic clove, chopped or pressed; 2 T olive oil or 1 T oil and 1 T butter (I use all olive oil); 1/2 pound red lentils; 1.5 liters chicken broth (I use chicken bouillon cubes and water); 1 bay leaf; juice of half a lemon (I rarely use lemons and use the juice of 1.5-2 small limes); salt and pepper (to taste; this depends on what you use for liquid; bouillon has lots of salt, canned broth can also.); 1 t Turkish pul biber (Turkish chile pepper, also called aleppo pepper); Optional: grilled lamb, cubed

Turkish Red Lentil Soup

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1174 kcal · Soups & Stews

Turkish Red Lentil Soup – a delicious recipe with onion, garlic, olive oil, red lentils, chicken broth, bay leaf. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Turkish Red Lentil Soup

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