How To Make Lentil Soup In South Africa

What is Lentil Soup?

Lentil soup is a soup with lentils as its main ingredient; it may be vegetarian or include meat and may use brown, red, yellow, green, or black lentils, with or without the husk. 

How To Make Lentil Soup In South Africa

Heat up a large saucepan with oil then add onions, celery, garlic, ginger, and cumin spice.

Stir occasionally for about 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.

Then add smoked paprika and soaked lentils. Stir and sauté for about a minute.

Finally add tomatoes, green onions, white pepper, carrots, and cayenne (optional).

 Add about 6 cups of chicken stock. Then salt.

Bring to a boil and let it simmer until the sauce thickens. It might take about 30-45  minutes or more depending on how you like your lentils.

Throw in some parsley, adjust for salt and pepper, and soup consistency with more Liquid. Serve warm with bread.

What should I serve with lentils?

The best side dishes to serve with lentils are roasted vegetables, yellow rice, couscous, caramelized onions, gobi manchurian,

tomato basil soup, brown rice, grilled flatbread, Greek salad, cucumber raita, quinoa, and naan bread.