Egyptian Lentil Soup
Notes
Makes 3 servings
Ingredients
- 200g lentils, washed under running cold water.
- 1 celery stalk diced.
- 1 Roma tomato quartered.
- 1 onion, quartered.
- 1 small carrot diced.
- 1 liter vegetable stock
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin.
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper.
Optional Ingredients
- Ritz Crackers
- Lime
Directions
In a deep pot mix in lentils and all the vegetables. Add 1 liter of stock then bring to a boil over medium high heat.
Partially cover the pot and reduce heat to medium. Cook for 20 minutes or until everything is cooked.
Blend to your preferred consistency. Add spices and mix well. Check to adjust seasonings.
Check for consistency, if thick for your liking add water
Serve
- Squeeze of lime juice and a portion of Ritz Crackers