Lentil Soup With Egyptian Spices

Lentil Soup With Egyptian Spices

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  set 1 pouch rawspicebar's egyptian  spices
• 2  . set 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3  . set 1 onions
• 4  . set 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 5  . set 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6  . set 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• 7  . set 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 8  . set 1 lb lentils
• 9  . set 2 tsp salt
• 10  . set 2 loaves  whole wheat pita bread
• 11  . set olive oil
• 12  . set salt

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the onions, garlic, carrots, salt and celery. Cook, stirring until onions are translucent, about 7 minute.
2. Add the lentils, tomatoes & RawSpiceBar's Egyptian Spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the stock, bring to the boil then turn down the heat to low and simmer for 35-45 min, until vegetables are very soft.
4. hile the soup is simmering, make the croutons. Preheat oven to 200°C Cut or tear pita bread into bite-sized pieces. Toss with a generous drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt then spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place in oven for about 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
5. Puree the soup with a blender in batches, until smooth. Adjust seasoning and serve with croutons and a sprinkle of dukkah if you like. Enjoy!