SoupsDifficulty: easy
Fakes (Greek Lentil Soup)
The humble Greek lentil soup: bay leaf, olive oil and a splash of vinegar at the table.
10
Prep Time
45
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
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1Sauté the onion in half the olive oil over medium heat until soft, 5 minutes.
2Add the garlic and carrots and cook 2 more minutes.
3Add the lentils, bay leaves and water and bring to a boil.
4Reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered 35-40 minutes until the lentils are tender.
5Stir in the salt and the remaining olive oil.
6Ladle into bowls and serve with vinegar on the table — each diner splashes their own.
Chef's Tip
- Salt goes in at the end, never at the start — early salt keeps lentil skins firm.
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- The raw olive oil and vinegar finish is the dish: cooked-in oil loses its peppery bite.
- Cooking uncovered lets the broth reduce to a stew thickness.
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