Jul 14 2026
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Lentils Recipe

Inspired by Fatima's Cafe
Time50m
Serves4

Make Lentils Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the onion, carrot, and celery into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Rinse the Lentils

    Place the lentils in a fine mesh sieve and rinse them under cold running water to remove any debris.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Seasonings

    Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Combine Lentils and Broth

    Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 6

    Simmer the Soup

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the bay leaf. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

  5. 7

    Final Touches

    Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

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