Jul 14 2026
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Dal Soup Recipe

Inspired by Dhaba Wala Indian Kitchen
Time40m
Serves4

Lentil soup with crushed black pepper and cumin.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Spices

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté the vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add garlic and other vegetables

    Stir in the minced garlic, chopped carrot, and celery. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

  3. 4

    Add lentils and broth

    Add the red lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

  4. 5

    Season the soup

    Stir in ground cumin, crushed black pepper, and salt to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

  5. 6

    Blend (optional)

    For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency. Alternatively, you can blend in batches using a regular blender.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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