Turkish Red Lentil 'Bride' Soup
Turkish Red Lentil 'Bride' Soup might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 377 calories, 15g of protein, and 12g of fat each. This recipe covers 21% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up mint, butter, cayenne pepper, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Autumn. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 25 minutes.
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Cook the onions in the hot butter until they are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
Stir the paprika, lentils, and bulgur into the onions and coat with the butter.
Add the tomato paste, vegetable stock, and cayenne pepper; bring to a boil and cook until soft and creamy, about 1 hour.
Crumble the dried mint leaves into the soup; stir the soup and remove from heat.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint to serve.