Sopa de Lentejas (Andalucian Lentil Soup)

Sopa de Lentejas (Andalucian Lentil Soup)
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    55 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    9 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    42

Embrace the warmth of the Andalusian countryside with this soul-satisfying lentil soup. A vibrant medley of fresh vegetables and smoky chorizo creates a symphony of flavors, perfect for a comforting meal any time of the year.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    37 g
  • Cholesterol
    17 mg
  • Fiber
    10 g
  • Protein
    15 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    256 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until it begins to render its fat and lightly brown, approximately 5-8 minutes. This will build a flavorful base for the soup.

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Recipe View Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become translucent, about 5 minutes. Allow them to develop a slight sweetness.

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Recipe View Stir in the minced garlic, chopped tomatoes, Spanish chorizo, and bay leaf. Cook for another 4 minutes, allowing the aromas to meld together and the chorizo to release its rich, smoky flavor.

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Recipe View Add the drained lentils and water (or vegetable broth) to the pot. Ensure the liquid level is about an inch above the lentils. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently until the lentils are just tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.

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05 Step

Recipe View Add the peeled and cubed potatoes to the soup. Continue to simmer, covered, until the potatoes are cooked through and tender, about 12-15 minutes. The soup should thicken slightly as the potatoes release their starch.

For a richer flavor, use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
Add a splash of sherry vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a bright, acidic counterpoint to the richness of the soup.
Consider adding other vegetables like carrots, celery, or even a handful of spinach towards the end of cooking.
A smoked paprika can deepen the smoky flavour and bring another dimension to the dish

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 14 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Bart Corwin

    Easy to follow recipe and the results were delicious! I used vegetable broth and it turned out great.

  • Jerad Witting

    This soup is amazing! The chorizo adds such a wonderful depth of flavor. I added some carrots and celery as suggested and it was perfect.

  • Zander Ryan

    The sherry vinegar at the end really brightened up the flavors. Will definitely make this again!

  • Zora Koepp

    I made this soup on a cold evening and it was exactly what I needed. So comforting and flavorful!

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