Yemeni Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Yemeni Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup dry lentils, rinsed; 1 tablespoon oil; 3 -4 teaspoons of unsalted canned tomatoes, pureed; 1/2 onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon coriander; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups water, more if needed; 1 chopped green chili pepper, optional but highly recommended; 1 pinch black pepper (optional); 1/2 bell pepper, cubed (optional)

Servings: persons

2/3 cup dry lentils, rinsed
1 tablespoon oil
3 -4 teaspoons of unsalted canned tomatoes, pureed
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water, more if needed
1 chopped green chili pepper, optional but highly recommended
1 pinch black pepper (optional)
1/2 bell pepper, cubed (optional)

1
Rise and pick through lentils thoroughly and set aside.
2
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat and add onion, garlic, chili, and bell pepper. Cook until the onion is clear and slightly brown.
3
Add lentils and cook for a minute until slightly brown, being careful not to burn. Add tomato, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Quickly add water and maintain medium heat.
4
Cover saucepan and let boil. Lentils should absorb water and become soft in about 1 hour. Add more water if needed. Lentils are cooked through when they are completely soft.
5
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with bread or a dollop of unsweetened yogurt.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup dry lentils, rinsed, 1 tablespoon oil, 3 -4 teaspoons of unsalted canned tomatoes, pureed, 1/2 onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Yemeni 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.

Yemeni Lentil Soup

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