How to Make Turkish Red Lentil 'Bride' Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Turkish Red Lentil 'Bride' Soup, also known as Ezo Gelin Çorbası, is a popular and traditional Turkish soup that is loved for its delicious flavor and comforting warmth. This soup is so beloved that it is often served at wedding ceremonies, hence the name 'Bride' Soup. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold winter night or anytime you want a nourishing meal.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • ½ cup fine bulgur
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 8 cups vegetable stock
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried mint leaves
  • 4 slices lemon
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh mint

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Cook onions in hot butter until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir paprika, lentils, and bulgur into onions to coat with butter.
  • Add tomato paste, vegetable stock, and cayenne pepper; bring to a boil and cook until soft and creamy, about 1 hour.
  • Crumble dried mint leaves into soup; stir and remove from heat.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint to serve.
  • Nutrition

    442 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 1080mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 64g
    • Dietary Fiber: 15g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 113mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 777mg