Authentic Moroccan Lentil Soup

• porciones: 8 servings
• tiempo activo: 10 minutes
• tiempo total: 40 minutes

Ingredientes

2 tbsp olive oil

1 large onion

2 cloves of garlic

2 cups dry green lentils

4 cups broth

1 cup passata

1/4 cup finely chopped coriander

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp ground turmeric (optional)

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

1 tsp paprika

Salt to taste

Instrucciones

How to make Moroccan Lentil Stew in an Instant Pot

Warm up a couple tablespoons of olive oil in your instant pot on saute mode. Add your onions, chopped coriander and cook for 5-7 minutes or until onions become translucent.

Add your broth/water, along with passata, green lentils, salt, pepper, paprika, ground cumin, turmeric and chili flakes. Let simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Close your instant pot and cook for 30 minutes on high pressure.

Once the 30 minutes expire, release steam using quick release. Add a little bit of water to get the desired consistency. Garnish with some olive oil and some more fresh coriander. Serve with some Moroccan Bread. Enjoy!

How to make Moroccan lentil soup in a regular pot

Warm up a couple tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat. Add your minced onions, minced garlic and chopped coriander and cook them for 5-7 minutes or until onions become translucent.

Add your broth/water, along with passata, green lentils, salt, pepper, paprika, ground cumin, turmeric and chili flakes. Let simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.

Lower the heat, cover and let your stew simmer for 40-45 minutes. Take a look at your stew every 10-15 minutes. If it looks dry, add a little bit more water.

Once your lentils are fully cooked, turn off the heat and garnish with some olive oil and some more fresh coriander. Serve with some Moroccan Bread. Enjoy!

Nutrición

• Calorías: 259 kcal