Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
A Warm, Fragrant Escape in a Bowl
Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of Morocco with this hearty and comforting spiced lentil soup. It's the perfect embodiment of comfort, warmth, and coziness.
- 1 h 15 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
For the Lentils
For the Seasoning
For Garnishing
Preparation
Prepping the Aromatics
Heat the oil
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté onion and garlic
Add the onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Toast spices
Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon; cook for 1 minute.
Incorporating the Lentils and Broth
Combine ingredients
Add the lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and water to the pot.
Bring to a simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer.
Stir the soup occasionally to prevent the lentils from sticking to the bottom.
Season and cook
Season with salt and pepper, and cover the pot partially, allowing it to cook for 30-40 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
Do not let the soup continue boiling vigorously after adding the lentils as it may disintegrate them.
Cooking Process
Simmering
Keep the soup on a gentle simmer to cook the lentils evenly.
Blending (optional)
For a creamier texture, blend half the soup with an immersion blender and then mix it back in.
Final Seasoning
Adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, and lemon juice to your preference before serving.
Plating & Serving
Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring even distribution of lentils and broth. Finish with a generous sprinkle of fresh cilantro and parsley.