Hearty Turkish Lentil Soup with Bulgur and Mint

Name: Hearty Turkish Lentil Soup with Bulgur and Mint
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: Red lentils; Bulgur wheat; Onion; Carrot; Olive oil; Ground cumin; Paprika; Salt; Black pepper; Stock; Olive oil; Dried mint; Garlic clove; Fresh mint leaves; Lemon wedges

A Nourishing Mediterranean Delight

This traditional Turkish soup combines red lentils, bulgur, and a hint of mint, creating a comforting and rich flavor profile perfect for any meal.

1 h 10 min
6
Easy

Ingredients

For the Lentil Soup

Red lentils

1 cup, rinsed

Bulgur wheat

1/2 cup

Onion

1 large, finely chopped

Carrot

1 large, peeled and diced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Ground cumin

1 teaspoon

Paprika

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Stock

8 cups vegetable or chicken stock

For the Mint Mixture

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Dried mint

1 tablespoon

Garlic clove

1, minced

For the Garnish

Fresh mint leaves

finely chopped

Lemon wedges

for serving

Preparation

Preparing the Lentil Soup

Heat oil

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté vegetables

Add the chopped onions and carrots, sautéing until the onions are translucent.

Add spices

Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Cooking the Lentil & Bulgur Mix

Add lentils and bulgur

Add the rinsed lentils and bulgur to the pot, stirring well with the other ingredients.

Pour stock

Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock, then bring to a boil.

Simmer

Reduce heat and let it simmer, covered, for about 40-45 minutes, until the lentils and bulgur are tender.

Ensure not to overcook the lentils to maintain a creamy texture.

Cooking Process

Simmering

Keep the soup at a gentle simmer for uniform cooking.

Prepare Mint Mixture

In a small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add minced garlic and dried mint, and sauté briefly until aromatic.

Final Stir

Incorporate the mint mixture into the soup just before turning off the heat.

Plating & Serving