TURMERIC LENTIL SOUP

Ingredients

• 1 cup Hasata Mardin Red Lentils

• 1 potato

• 1 onion

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon turmeric

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 tablespoon flour

• Enough water

For the topping:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

HOW TO MAKE TURMERIC LENTIL SOUP

1. Wash 1 cup of Hasata Mardin Red Lentils. Heat olive oil in a pot. Add the roughly chopped onion and sauté until it changes color.

2. Add the diced potatoes and continue sautéing. Then add the red lentils. Sauté for 1–2 minutes, then add the flour and mix.

3. Pour in 4 cups of water. Add salt, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook on low heat until the ingredients are softened.

4. Blend the mixture with a hand blender until smooth. Let it simmer for a few more minutes, then remove from heat.

5. For the topping, heat olive oil in a small pan. Add red pepper flakes, cook briefly, and remove from heat.

6. Pour the soup into serving bowls, drizzle with the spiced oil, and serve.

Tip:

You can adjust the thickness of the soup according to your taste.