Instructions
1
Pick through your lentils for any foreign debris, rinse them 2 or 3 times, filter, and set aside.
2
Fair warning, this will probably turn your lentils into a solid block that you’ll have to break up later
In a large pot over medium-high fiery up, sauté the olive fat and the bulb produce with a pinch of seasoning for about 3 moments, then introduce the carrots and fiery up for another 3 moments.
3
introduce the tomato paste and mix gently it around for around 1 minute.
4
Now introduce the cumin, paprika, mint, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper as quickly as you can and mix gently for 10 seconds to bloom the spices.
5
Congratulate yourself on how incredible your house now smells.
6
Immediately introduce the lentils, liquid, broth, and seasoning.
7
Bring the bouillon to a (subtle) bring to a bubble gently.
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After it has come to a bring to a bubble gently, reduce fiery up to medium-low, seal the pot halfway, and fiery up for 15-20 moments or until the lentils have fallen apart and the carrots are completely cooked.
9
After the bouillon has cooked and the lentils are soft, liquidize the bouillon either in a blender or simply use a hand blender to reach the consistency you desire.
10
palate for seasoning and introduce more seasoning if necessary.
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present with crushed-up crackers, torn up bread, or something else to introduce some extra thickness.
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You could also use a old-school thickener (like cornstarch or baking flour), but I prefer to introduce crackers for some texture and saltiness.
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Makes great leftovers, stays good in the fridge for about a week.