Iraqi Shorbeh- Easy Lentil Soup

chef2six's Note:

this food is a staple in my house. you cant go wrong. its fast, incredibly easy, and healthy too. serve with toasted pita.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 3

• 2 cups orange lentils
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 tablespoon salt or 1 chicken bouillon cube
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dry onion

Directions:

1. 1. wash lentils.
2. 2. fill pot with lentils and water, pepper and salt, onion.
3. 3. bring to a rapid boil.
4. 4. cover, reduce heat to simmer.
5. 5. cook 20-25 min until thick and yellow.

Reviews

[leah gordon]

I just made this,very good!! I shredded a very small amt of carrot just for colorand texture,then when serving put a few finely sliced greenonion on top!!