I do not know how you, but I love lentil soup, all legumes. It is not that long time ago when we had pumpkin soup with red lentils and today, I am craving this delicious lentil soup below. We prepare it more or less similarly, so let me share with you this post. And… as a bonus… in our cuisine we have few recommendations how to cook legumes which every grandma shares with her granddaughter and so did mine as well 🙂
- Always check your legumes before cooking itself. It may contain small aggregates or other undesirable ingredients.
- When checked, flash them with water and afterwards pour cold water in the pot with legumes (or bowl).
- Before cooking, it is always good let the legumes to soak. The soaking time varies, depending on the type of legumes. For example lentils need about 5 – 6 hours (if you do not have pre-cooked ones).
- Soaking of legumes is very important – vegetables sugars are dissolved. Those sugars cause flatulence.
- In the past, it often happened, that baking soda was used. However it is not always the best option – you are destroying B series vitamins!
- Pre-soaked legumes are brought to boil and while cooking, resulting foam is being collected, then reduce the heat. Legumes are not mixed during cooking, just shake with the pot a bit.
- The boiling time is also dependent on the type of legumes. Lentils are for instance cooked approximately an hour, green peas 1.5 – 2 hours, soy 2 hours, corn 2 – 3 hours. If you have pressure cooker, it can be also used and the cooking time is significantly shorter.
- While cooking, do not put too much water, rather add hot water while cooking if needed. Salt and spices are added just before we serve.
Do not get discouraged by the time-consuming preparation (soaking and cooking time). It is definitely worth it and you can prepare a bit more and always keep it frozen for the next time! 🙂
Enjoy my friends!
Vero & Canito
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27 thoughts on “Lentil soup – easy & comforting”
mistimaan
Nice and tasty recipe 🙂
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Away in Autumn
There was a time when I didn’t love lentils. I still can’t say that it’s a love relationship. However, this past week when I was sick, my housemate cooked some beef veggie soup for me, and included lentils, and my goodness was it good, and hit the spot! Thanks for sharing your post.
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
I am glad to hear that! 🙃 When I was younger I was not big fan as well, however now… I don’t mind having it 😍 Thank you for stopping by! 💞
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charliecountryboy
I love Lentil soup 🙂
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chefkreso
Lentil soup is always on my to-do list each winter season!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
I guess we have similar lists 😉😍
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Karin, theaustriandish
Love lentils – they are so versatile. And lentil-soup is perfect for all occasions 🙂
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
I absolutely agree, Karin! 😉
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koolkosherkitchen
Lovely soup, yummy and so festive-looking! Thank you for sharing!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you for stopping by! 💞
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koolkosherkitchen
My pleasure, dear Vero! Love your recipes! 😻
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you! 💞 So do I!
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jyo
Very soothing and comforting to the palate….
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
I absolutely agree! Thank you 😍
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amindfultravellerblog
My husband loves the addition of chorizo too. Love the lentils and legumes. 🙂
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Ah, chorizo! Yes, we love it too as well. It’s almost part of every single dish 🙈😍 My husband loves it too!
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Megala
Healthy & hearty soup that I would love to savour in the cold nights !
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
I agree, Megala! 😉 It’s made for those nights definitely 💞
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Surbhi ki Rasoi
Healthy soup and perfect for winters
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Indeed, winter soup! 🙃 Thank you for stopping by 💞
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dimplescookbook
Nutritious and comforting Soup!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Indeed it is 😉 thank you for dropping by 😍
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America On Coffee
I am really loving soups. Great share!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you so much! I am big soup lover myself ❤️
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felisrecipes
Simply delicious 🙂 ❤
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you! 🙂
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