For a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender to partially or fully blend the soup before serving. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your liking depending on your spice preference. If you don't have fresh mint, a pinch of dried mint can be used as a garnish. Serve with warm crusty bread for dipping.
Turkish Red Lentil 'Bride' Soup
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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A heartwarming and vibrant Turkish soup, traditionally served to brides for good luck. This crimson-hued delight is both comforting and flavorful, perfect for a cozy evening or a special occasion. A symphony of earthy lentils, fragrant spices, and a bright citrusy finish awaits!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate64 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber15 g
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Protein19 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium1080 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 15 mins In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt the butter over low heat. Add the finely chopped onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the paprika, red lentils, and fine bulgur, ensuring that everything is well coated with the buttery onions.
03 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Add the tomato paste, vegetable stock, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils and bulgur are very soft and the soup has thickened, about 1 hour.
04 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Crumble the dried mint leaves into the soup. Stir well to incorporate, then remove the saucepan from the heat.
05 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with a slice of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh mint.
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Philip Lebsackhudson
Apr 10, 2025I added a squeeze of lemon juice to the soup just before serving for extra brightness. It was delicious!
Jana Lebsack
Mar 27, 2025This soup is amazing! So easy to make and the flavors are incredible. My family loved it!
Rebekah Koch
Dec 27, 2024I used chicken stock instead of vegetable stock and it gave the soup a richer flavor. Will definitely make this again!
Abbie Dubuque
Oct 2, 2024The perfect soup for a cold day. The spices are so comforting and the lentils make it so filling.