How to make Red lentil soup easily at home by anyone?

 Red lentil soup is a delicious and healthy comfort food that can be made easily at home with just a few ingredients. This soup is perfect for cold weather and can be served as a main dish or as a side to a larger meal. In this article, we will provide step-by-step instructions on how to make red lentil soup.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups red lentils
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly in cold water and drain them.

2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.

3. Add the cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir well to combine with the onion and garlic. Cook for another minute or two until the spices are fragrant.

4. Add the red lentils to the pot and stir well to coat with the spices. Cook for a minute or two to lightly toast the lentils.

5. Add the broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot with a lid. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, until the lentils are tender and have started to break down.

6. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it's smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can blend the soup in batches using a regular blender.

7. Stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

8. Serve the red lentil soup hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired.

Tips:

• If the soup is too thick, you can add more broth or water to thin it out to your liking.
• This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• To make this soup vegan or vegetarian, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Red lentil soup is a healthy and tasty soup that can be easily made at home with just a few ingredients. This soup is perfect for cold weather and can be served as a main dish or as a side to a larger meal. Follow the steps above to make a delicious and comforting bowl of red lentil soup in no time.