Lencseleves - Hungarian Lentil Soup
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Servings
4
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Lencseleves is a Hungarian lentil soup recipe with chorizo and sour cream. This warming dish is traditionally eaten on New Year's Day to bring good luck.
Ingredients
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450g dried green or brown lentils
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150g sausage, sliced
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2 medium carrots, chopped
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1 brown onion, finely chopped
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1 large juicy tomato, quartered
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2 garlic cloves, crushed
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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1.5l vegetable stock
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0.5 tsp caraway seeds
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1.5 tsp sweet smoked paprika powder
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5 dried bay leaves
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3 tbsp white wine vinegar
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salt
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black pepper
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sour cream (optional)
Directions
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the crushed garlic and caraway seeds and cook for another 2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add all the remaining ingredients, stir, then increase heat and bring to a boil.
Simmer for 30 - 40 minutes or until lentils are soft.
Serve with fresh crusty bread and a dollop of sour cream.
Recipe Note
Read the recommended cooking instructions on your packet of lentils, and pre-soak if necessary.
