Episode 106 | Mauritian Black Lentil soup | Fricassée Lentilles Noir

black lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: brown lentils

Green lentils offer similar texture and flavor, while brown lentils are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Rinse black lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced carrot and celery, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomato and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

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