Algerian Lentil Soup | Marqa L'3dess, Lentilles Algériennes, العدس بالخضار

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often less expensive and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Using water with seasonings can reduce costs.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach is often cheaper and adds nutrition.

Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside.

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

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

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

Add sliced carrots and diced potatoes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Add red meat or chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced tomato, tomato paste, paprika, thyme, ras el hanout, and cumin; cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in water or stock and bring to a boil.

Add lentils and bay leaves; reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in chopped parsley and coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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