Adass Bil Hamod (Lemon Lentil Soup)

Name: Adass Bil Hamod (Lemon Lentil Soup)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups Swiss chard or spinach, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons); 1 tsp ground coriander; 8 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

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Unlike many creamy lentil soups, Adass Bil Hamod is known for its clear broth and sharp, citrusy flavor from freshly squeezed lemon juice. It's a simple, nourishing, and incredibly refreshing soup that's a staple in Lebanese households, especially during colder months or when feeling under the weather.

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A bowl of clear, golden lentil soup with Swiss chard and lemon wedges

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time40 min

Servings6 servings

Equipment

Large pot

Ingredients

1.5 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed1 large onion, finely chopped4 cloves garlic, minced2 cups Swiss chard or spinach, chopped1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped1/2 cup lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)1 tsp ground coriander8 cups vegetable or chicken broth2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
2
Add the minced garlic and ground coriander, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3
Add the rinsed lentils and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
4
Stir in the chopped Swiss chard (or spinach) and cilantro, and cook for another 5 minutes until the greens have wilted.
5
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and season generously with salt and pepper. Serve hot.