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Lentil Soup “Shorabat Addas”
Ingredients
- 2 cups red lentils
- 9-10 cups water
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- juice of one lemon
Step 1
Rinse lentils well. Add to a large pot with the water. Bring to a boil, then cover pot and reduce heat slightly. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until lentils are tender.
Step 2
While the lentils are cooking, heat a sauté pan over medium heat. Once hot, add olive oil. Sauté the onions until golden brown.
Step 3
When the lentils are tender, add cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, and sautéed onions.
Step 4
Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice.
Step 5
Serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy!
