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Turkish Red Lentil Soup / Mercimek Çorbası
"With its simple ingredients and soul-warming essence this Turkish Red Lentil Soup / Mercimek Çorbası is a new favorite at our house. Turkish Red Lentil Soup / Mercimek Çorbası is a one that calms down the hunger, eliminates the tension of the day, and excites the appetite, yes, so satisfying, and knowing how nourishing and healthful it is brings another layer of contentment. The soup has been given the thumbs up by friends and guests who had it at my house — in addition to all its other virtues, it’s vegan and gluten-free!Made with pantry staples such as red lentils, onion, rice, olive oil, dried mint, paprika and tomato paste, this Turkish red lentil soup and will fuel body and spirit and is super easy to put together— in about 40 minutes it will be ready – can be made ahead, cooled and refrigerated or frozen."
Serves7
Preparation Time5 min
Cooking Time40 min
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