How to Make Hungarian Lentil Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hungarian Lentil Soup is a hearty and delicious dish that is perfect for the cold winter months. This traditional Hungarian recipe is packed full of flavor and is sure to warm you up on a chilly day. Made with simple and wholesome ingredients, this lentil soup is not only tasty but also nourishing and satisfying.

The foundation of this soup is lentils, which are a great source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Combined with a rich array of vegetables and savory spices, this soup...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large onions, cubed
  • 3 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 7 cups chicken stock
  • 3 ½ cups crushed tomatoes
  • 1 ½ cups lentils - soaked, rinsed and drained
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¾ cup white wine
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 sprig fresh parsley, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot. Sauté onions until they are glossy. Stir in carrots, celery, garlic, and paprika, and sauté for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken stock, tomatoes, lentils, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well, then add wine and bring the mixture to a boil. Slowly reduce the heat and cook for 1 hour on low to medium heat; or until lentils are tender.
  • Sprinkle soup with Parmesan and parsley before serving.
  • Nutrition

    258 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 1278mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 114mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 747mg