Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
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.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Prepping the Aromatics
- 1
Heat the oil
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Sauté onion and garlic
Add the onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Toast spices
Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon; cook for 1 minute.
Incorporating the Lentils and Broth
- 1
Combine ingredients
Add the lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and water to the pot.
- 2
Bring to a simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer.
Tip: Stir the soup occasionally to prevent the lentils from sticking to the bottom.
- 3
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.
Tip: Do not let the soup continue boiling vigorously after adding the lentils as it may disintegrate them.
How to Make Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
Total time: 1 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Simmering
Keep the soup on a gentle simmer to cook the lentils evenly.
- 2
Blending (optional)
For a creamier texture, blend half the soup with an immersion blender and then mix it back in.
- 3
Final Seasoning
Adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, and lemon juice to your preference before serving.
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