Turkish Red Lentil Bulgur Soup

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and bulgur, then prepare all vegetables and spices.

2. Warm the olive oil in a large pot and cook the onion and carrots until softened.

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3. Add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and dried mint; stir until fragrant.

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4. Add the lentils, crushed tomatoes, broth, salt, and pepper, then bring to a gentle boil.

5. Lower the heat and simmer until the lentils are very tender.

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6. Blend part of the soup or mash it with a spoon, leaving some texture.

7. Stir in the bulgur and cook until tender, adding a little water if the soup becomes too thick.

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8. Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice, and let the soup rest before serving.

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