Eritrean

Smoky Paprika Spiced Red Lentil and Tomato Soup

Name: Smoky Paprika Spiced Red Lentil and Tomato Soup
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Eritrean
Ingredients: 1/2 cup red lentils, rinsed; 2 medium tomatoes, diced; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp paprika; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 tbsp olive oil; salt to taste; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Enhanced smokiness with a deeper paprika note.

37 minutes4 servings

Method

Add smoked paprika to the oil and onions during sautéing.
Heat oil in a pan, add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant. Add tomatoes, lentils, and spices.
Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes.
Stir occasionally, adding more broth if needed to reach desired consistency.
Serve with warm sourdough bread and butter.

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