Mercimek Çorbası
Mercimek Çorbası is Turkey's most eco-friendly and beloved soup dish, served completely plant-based without any animal products or 100% plant-based! Red lentils cooked until very soft and then pureed produce a thick, smooth, brightly colored sauce rich in the natural savory flavor of simple spices. This dish is very special because of its simplicity, easy to make, very nutritious, perfectly warms the body and is a dish that is always present on the daily dining table and at events.The soft savory taste with a touch of fresh lemon acid is an irreplaceable characteristic and remains authentically delicious even though it is served purely from 100% plant-based ingredients. This dish is perfect for a filling breakfast, a warm appetizer and is perfect with flatbread or white rice.
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Time
45 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
easy
🛒 Ingredients
- #the main ingredient:
- 200 grams of red lentils, wash thoroughly until the water runs clear.
- One small onion, finely chopped
- One carrot, cut into small pieces
- One medium sized potato, cut into small pieces
- One tablespoon of tomato paste
- 800 to 900ml vegetable stock or clean water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- #seasonings and complementary ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika powder
- One fresh lemon, cut into sections
- Chili melted oil: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil + one teaspoon red chili flakes
- Chopped fresh parsley for sprinkling
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a pan, saute the onions until soft and fragrant. Add carrots and potatoes, cook briefly until slightly soft
- 2
Add the tomato paste and stir well. Add the red lentils, cumin, and paprika and stir briefly.
- 3
Pour in the water or vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 25 minutes, until all the ingredients are completely tender.
- 4
Blend the entire contents of the pan with a hand blender or a regular blender until very smooth and thick. Add salt and pepper and adjust seasoning. If it's too thick, add a little hot water.
- 5
Serve warm, drizzle with a little melted chili oil, sprinkle with parsley, and serve with a lemon wedge for a squeeze just before serving. Your special dish is ready to be enjoyed!