Hungarian Lentil Soup

Hungarian Lentil Soup
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    1.5K

A hearty and flavorful Hungarian Lentil Soup, simmered to perfection with aromatic vegetables, savory spices, and a touch of white wine. This vibrant soup is perfect for a cozy night in or as a symbolic dish to welcome prosperity in the new year.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    10 mg
  • Fiber
    14 g
  • Protein
    14 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    1278 mg
  • Sugar
    7 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed onions and sauté until softened and translucent (approximately 5 minutes).

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Recipe View Stir in the diced carrots, celery, minced garlic, and paprika. Continue to sauté for another 8-10 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and the spices to bloom.

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Recipe View Pour in the chicken stock and crushed tomatoes. Add the soaked, rinsed, and drained lentils, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

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Recipe View Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the lentils are tender and the soup has thickened slightly.

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Recipe View Stir in the white wine during the last 15 minutes of cooking to add depth and complexity to the flavor.

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Recipe View Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley.

For a richer flavor, consider using smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
A splash of lemon juice at the end can brighten the flavors.
If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of it with an immersion blender before serving.
This soup freezes well, making it a great option for meal prepping.

Maynard Jerde

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 490 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Mario Hoppe

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat. It was a hit!

  • Karina Kossjones

    Easy to follow and delicious! My family loved it, especially with a side of crusty bread.

  • Tierra Krajcikhilpert

    This recipe is fantastic! The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is incredibly comforting.

  • Aurelio Bayer

    The white wine really elevates this soup. I'll definitely be making this again.

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