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Lentil Soup (Shourbet Adas)
A soup traditionally used to break the fast during Ramadan.

Vegan
Preparation:  40 minutes
Serves 6
 
• 1 1/2 c. red lentils (washed and drained)
• 5 c. water
• 4 T oil
• 1 T chopped parsley
• 1 small chopped onion
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon and coriander
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 c. toasted pita bread cut into cubes
• Green onions & green olives for garnish (optional)

 
1. In a medium saucepan, boil the water and lentils.
2. When the skim/foam appears, remove it with a spoon and lower the heat.
3. Let the lentils simmer for 30 minutes or until tender.
4. Heat oil in a pan.
5. Add the onion and stir until it turns into a yellow color.
6. Pour it on the lentil and mix in the cinnamon, coriander and salt.
7. Garnish with green onions, olives and parsley and serve with pita bread.

 
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