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Turkish Lentil Soup (Mercimek Çorbası)

Name: Turkish Lentil Soup (Mercimek Çorbası)
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils, rinsed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 carrot, diced; 1 celery stalk, diced; 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; Lemon wedges for serving

A hearty and comforting lentil soup seasoned with traditional Turkish spices and served with a side of crusty bread.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened.
Add lentils, broth, cumin, and paprika, then bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Stir in a splash of lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.

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