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Traditional lentil soup with carrots and bay leaves
Rich lentil soup with root vegetables and parsley.

Hearty Lentil Soup

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Soups
Lentils are an ancient staple. The secret to cooking them is balancing the tough skin with the starchy interior. A good lentil soup is thick, creamy, and rich, perfected by smoky flavors and a touch of acidity. Legend says it brings wealth, but the taste alone is a treasure.
🕒 Prep Time 2 hrs 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 320 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot
  • Colander

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Soak lentils in cold water for 2 hours, then drain.

Tip: Rehydration prevents the skins from bursting during the boil.
2 ✓

Sauté chopped onion and garlic in oil, then add the diced root vegetables.

Tip: Sautéing releases flavor compounds.
3 ✓

Sprinkle with paprika, add lentils, and cover with water.

Tip: Dissolve paprika in the hot fat to release color, but don't burn it.
4 ✓

Season (except vinegar!) and simmer until tender (30-40 mins).

Tip: Add salt towards the end to keep skins tender.
5 ✓

Finish with vinegar and sour cream.

Tip: Vinegar balances the starchiness with brightness.

Recipe FAQ

Why are the lentils hard?
You likely added acid (vinegar, tomato) too early. Acid toughens plant fibers. Add it at the end!
Do I need to soak them?
While lentils cook faster than beans, soaking ensures even cooking and better digestibility.

Ingredients

  • 9 oz Dried Lentils
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 1 medium Parsnip
  • 1 stalk Celery
  • 2 pcs Bay Leaves
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1.5 quarts Water or Broth
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar
  • 3.5 oz Sour Cream