Egyptian Shorbet Ads (Red Lentil Soup)

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Combine the lentils, onion, carrot, tomato, garlic, stock, cumin, and turmeric in a pot.

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1 1/2 cups red or yellow lentils, rinsed

1 onion, quartered

1 carrot, chopped

1 tomato, quartered

2 garlic cloves

6 cups chicken or vegetable stock

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil

Salt and black pepper

Lemon wedges and toasted baladi bread, to serve

Red or yellow lentils give the characteristic golden color and creamy texture.

Add lemon at the table so its brightness stays fresh.

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