Tibetan Lentil Soup

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 3
Tasty Tibetan Lentil Soup recipe perfect for a cozy evening meal
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Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dried lentils , rinsed
6 cups water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups onions , chopped
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 fresh chili pepper
1 carrot , peeled and diced
1 potato , diced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
3 cups undrained canned tomatoes
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro , chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons cumin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
244
Sugar
6g
Fat
4g
Tibetan Lentil soup is a hearty, comforting dish that's incredibly simple to make. It's full of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals that make it a perfect choice as a main course or side dish for any meal. The use of a variety of spices brings out new and exciting flavors in the lentil soup, which makes this recipe unique and dynamic. It's best served hot off the stove, garnished with fresh cilantro, and accompanied by your favorite bread.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring the water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
2.In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, chili pepper, carrot, and potato. Cook until vegetables are soft.
3.Add coriander to the vegetable mixture. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
4.Add undrained canned tomatoes to the vegetable mixture. Stir and cook for 5 minutes.
5.Pour the vegetable mixture into the pot with the lentils. Add cilantro, salt, and cumin. Stir and simmer for 15 minutes.

PROS

This soup is high in protein, fiber and essential vitamins and minerals.

Perfect for a cold winter night with its comforting flavors and aromas.

CONS

The use of canned tomatoes in this recipe makes it less healthy compared to using fresh tomatoes.

For those with sensitive stomachs, the chili pepper may cause heartburn or indigestion.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are rich in antioxidants and have been linked to reducing heart diseases and managing diabetes.
Cumin, coriander, cilantro, and chili pepper each have unique health benefits ranging from boosting immunity to reducing inflammation.

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