Jul 14 2026
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Viernes / Friday - Sopa De Lentejas Recipe

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Time50m
Serves4

Make Viernes / Friday - Sopa De Lentejas 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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Vegetables

Legumes

Liquids

Spices

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

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

  2. 2

    Rinse the Lentils

    Place the lentils in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Base

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Spices

    Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Combine Lentils and Broth

    Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

  4. 6

    Simmer the Soup

    Add the bay leaves and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

  5. 7

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish the Soup

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

  2. 9

    Enjoy!

    Serve hot and enjoy your hearty Sopa de Lentejas.

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