Cypriot Sour Lentil Soup (Fakes Xithati) (Vegan)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2
Cypriot Sour Lentil Soup (Fakes Xithati) (Vegan)
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Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups brown lentils
8 cups water , plus 1/4 cup cold water separated
1 cup spring onion , finny chopped ( green onions )
1 garlic clove , crushed ( optional )
1/4 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon rice flour ( regular flour may be used if not gluten free )
1/4 cup red wine vinegar ( not halal )
sea salt , to taste
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
1 lemon , cut in wedges ( to serve )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
348
Sugar
2g
Fat
18g
Fakes Xithati is a traditional Cypriot soup made with lentils and flavored with red wine vinegar. It is a simple and rustic soup that is typically eaten during the winter months as it is hearty and warming. Lentils are a staple in Cypriot cuisine and are used in many other traditional dishes. This vegan version of the soup is easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone. The soup has a sour flavor that may not be for everyone but is loved by those who grew up eating it.

Instructions

1.Rinse lentils in cold water and put in a pot with 8 cups of water and spring onions. Bring to a boil and lower the heat. Allow to simmer for 30-40 minutes or until lentils are soft.
2.Add garlic (if using), parsley, salt and pepper and continue simmering for another 10-15 minutes.
3.In another pot, mix the flour with 1/4 cup cold water until smooth. Add the olive oil and vinegar and stir well.
4.Gradually add 3-4 ladles of soup to the pot with the flour and stir well until smooth.
5.Pour the mixture back into the pot with the remaining soup and stir well.
6.Allow the soup to cook for another 10-15 minutes until it thickens. Remove from heat and serve with lemon wedges.

PROS

This vegan lentil soup is hearty and filling, making it perfect for a cold winter day.
It is also gluten-free if you use rice flour instead of regular flour.

The addition of red wine vinegar gives the soup a unique and tangy flavor.

CONS

The sour flavor of the soup may not be for everyone.

This soup is high in sodium due to the added salt and may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are a great source of protein, fiber, iron and other essential nutrients.
They are also low in fat and help to regulate blood sugar levels. The addition of parsley provides a good source of vitamin C and other antioxidants that help to strengthen the immune system.

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