When Life’s Moving Too Fast, I Make Red Lentil Soup

We all know what it’s like when the world is spinning at two hundred miles an hour and you’re standing there in a dizzy, desperatly trying to remain sane and get on with your ever expanding to-do list while tackling tasteless fireballs.I feel like that all too often. In fact, I feel like that right now.

But, a while ago, I promised myself to learn to enjoy the moment no matter what it is! When all goes “Pete Tong” – as the cliche goes in my hubby’s industry – I stop whatever I’m doing and I make red lentil soup. Yes! As some have cheerlessly said before; “You’ve always been a simple gal.”

I hope that never changes.

So, why red lentil soup? This is a take on an old favorite. I’ve always loved lentil soup; particularly the traditional Shorbet *3addas made by many lovely ladies in my family, my American mother to be included. However, the following recipe is one I use throughout the week, when I’m crazy busy but still want to consume a healthy and quick lunch without skipping out on taste, of course!

* The arabic letter 3 (ayn) is pronouced by tightening up your vocal cords & then saying “Ah”.

It’s great alone! But, it’s all the better served with a coriander salsa & crispy arabic bread. Some marriages are indeed made in heaven!

With that said, I’m off to rejuvenate mine!

Enjoy!

Red Lentil Soup

Serves: 4 as part of a multi-course meal

Time: 25 minutes + fun time

1 medium onion- rough chop
3 garlic cloves-smashed
160g- rinsed red lentils
1 bay leaf
600ml vegetable/chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
salt & pepper to taste

Tomato- Coriander Salsa

2 tomatoes, finely diced
2 spring onions, finely diced
3g of coriander, finely choppped
1/2 lemon, juiced (more to taste)
Salt & pepper
Olive oil 1-2 tablespoons
Crispy Arabic Triangles
1 whole loaf of arabic bread- sliced into triangles
Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil
Pre-heat oven- 325 F/160C/3G & bake for about 5 minutes on each side

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18 Responses to “When Life’s Moving Too Fast, I Make Red Lentil Soup”

Mowie @ Mowielicious

07. Nov, 2009

Oh wow – what a great post to wake up to – another Beth video, yay! You look gorgeous and stunning as ever honey. I love, love, love this lentil soup. I grew up on it, and it is as comforting as anything you can imagine, especially now in winter. Love the salsa addition. Fab!
Bethany

07. Nov, 2009

thank you darling It really is the perfect soup to snuggle up to
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deeba

07. Nov, 2009

Just right for when days become cold & grey, & yet liife whizzes by unrelentlessly! I’m amazed you can dish out such beauty with the world spinning so fast! Great video & gorgeous pics Beth. My Mum makes a mean lentil soup, & I think I might give her a run for her money with yours!!
Jamie

07. Nov, 2009

Ah, soup as cure-all! I agree! Pumpkin Soup is in the making for us for tonight! I love red lentils and usually make an Indian version but I will definitely try your luscious version next! Yay for the Beth videos!
Miranda

07. Nov, 2009

Wow. My first time to your site. I love it. You have lovely pictures and mouthwatering recipes!!
Love your site.
Love this recipe.
Sunita

07. Nov, 2009

Love red lentil soup; it’s on our menu quite a few times in a week. Yours looks lovely too

btw, you’ve got mail
Global Patriot

07. Nov, 2009

I’m a big fan of lentils, in both stews and soups, but the idea of adding coriander salsa & crispy Arabic bread is brilliant!
Trissa

07. Nov, 2009

Life is moving to fast for me too! I think I need TWO serves of this great looking soup. Thanks for sharing and what a great idea to have a video. Well done!
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amale daniel

08. Nov, 2009

yummy ilove this soup so delicious . ican eat it every day so good and health .you look beautiful in the video .great job.
i love your lentil soup yummy so delicious and tasty .

i had it for lunch,my children’s loved it
Naomi

09. Nov, 2009

oooh, can’t wait to try that salsa. This is one of my go to fast comfort foods too.
Rosetta

09. Nov, 2009

This is so delicious and the salsa is a great addition. You are suited for video and maybe you will have your own show one day I always share your recipes with friends and family. Great Job!
Bethany

09. Nov, 2009

Thanks Rosetta. Very kind of you
Bethany

09. Nov, 2009

Thanks Miranda. Hope you continue to enjoy it. All the best. x
Bethany

09. Nov, 2009

Hope you get some time to break soon Trissa. All the best. x
Meeta

10. Nov, 2009

you know what they say don’t you? great minds think alike – that is why we both have red lentil soups up on our blogs at the same time. i really like the sound of yours with the garlic and coriander powder.
Bethany

10. Nov, 2009

That’s what I thought! Must try yours very soon!

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Mad About Chickpeas-Hummus B’ Lahme

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39 Responses to “Mad About Chickpeas-Hummus B’ Lahme”

Chris Bourne

12. Jan, 2010

Well all i can say is the wind in this part of the world has increased tenfold!….but its worth it. Lovin’ this
Sarah, Maison Cupcake

12. Jan, 2010

I love proper hummus and I love minced lamb too so the combination of them together is a real winner in my book.
Kerrin @ MyKugelhopf

12. Jan, 2010

I am so with you B ! I absolutely love chick peas, and always find myself adding them to any dish when possible, my latest was in a frittata with caramelized onions, mmm ! And hummus with lots of tahini is my fave. Love this post, makes me love chick peas even more. Can’t wait to try your recipe.

Do you make your own Arabic bread to serve with? Would love to see that recipe too… Beautiful pics by the way, as always !
Mustapha

12. Jan, 2010

Mmm.. This is one of my favorite breakfast meals! (yes breakfast), Of course, one shouldn’t forget the pickles, mint & Tomatoes on the side!
Bethany

12. Jan, 2010

Agreed. I’ve had it for breakfast…it is the ultimate!
Mowie @ Mowielicious

12. Jan, 2010

This is my ultimate favourite Lebanese dish. I could eat it all day and all night.

Having said that, I’ve never had it for breakfast!
Jamie

12. Jan, 2010

Oooh both chick peas and lamb? My absolute favorites and this dish looks so extraordinarily delish! Love it! Breakfast? Really? Interesting, but I see that I could eat this anytime, anywhere!

Congrats on the new blog! Wow! Truly dynamic you are!
shayma

12. Jan, 2010

huge huge fan of humus b’lahme. it’s not easy to photograph white foods, your photos came out lovely. i also like humus the way an egyptian friend has taught me- chickpeas, olive oil and a dash of cumin powder. sometimes the tahineh is too strong for me (only sometimes!) best wishes, shayma
Bethany

12. Jan, 2010

Hi Shayma and thanks for your lovely comment If the chicpeas are left chunky then I believe you are talking about this one http://www.dirtykitchensecrets.com/mad-about-chickpeas-hummus-balila/ I do love that version as well…
Jeanne @ Cooksister

12. Jan, 2010

Ooooh – I think I’m in love! Chickpeas are fantastically versatile ( I also serve thm instead of mashed potato – mashed with some slow-cooked sliced onions in lots of olive oil with amoky paprika). I like the etymology lesson too – I’m a sucker for words
Cherine

12. Jan, 2010

I’m mad about chickpeas too. Love the photos, they’re so appetizing!! Congrats on the new blog. I’ll take a peek at it.
Trissa

12. Jan, 2010

Congratulations on your new blog! I’ll head over to check it soon. In the meantime thanks for sharing the information on hummus! Who would have thought a chickpea could be so interesting. You managed to pull it off!
Asha@FSK

12. Jan, 2010

Sighhh.. if this isn’t comfort food, I don’t know what is!! Add to that, home cured lamb… you lucky lucky thing ) Does your dad sell them by any chance??
Kitchen Butterfly

12. Jan, 2010

You know what I’ll be making next as I have a huge bottle of Tahini, a rather large tin of chickpeas and some pomegranate molasses……Thanks for the inspiration!

Congrats on the Nomad Telegraph……………it looks gorgeous. Wow!!!!!!!!
Miranda

12. Jan, 2010

mmh…this looks incredible. i would love some of that about now!
Happy Cook

12. Jan, 2010

My daughter love chickpea too. When she was little she used to cakk them indian balls It is a really unique way of serving them with the meat.
Global Patriot

12. Jan, 2010

Beautiful dish, though I was expecting the savory lamb to stand on its own. What a surprise to see the pomegranate molasses on the list of ingredients, fabulous twist!
The Cooking Ninja

12. Jan, 2010

mmm…I love chick peas too. That dish is delicious.

Congrats on your new blog.
Maunika

12. Jan, 2010

Beth love hummus loads. I cud eat it with anything. Never tried it like this with minced lamb but have had it with diced lamb in restaurants. I definitely going to make this one. Your recipe looks really good.
Sarka

12. Jan, 2010

I don’t know if I love chickpea but I definitely like it! I bought a glass of tahini couple of months ago to make hummus (aka hummus b’ tahini) at home but never did it. Now you inspired me to try it.
Congrats of your new blog – wonderful!
Cynthia

12. Jan, 2010

I’m with you – a serious lover of chickpeas.

Hey, did you hear that feature on the BBC about the “row” over whose hummus is the best – Lebanese or Israeli?
Ben

13. Jan, 2010

Very nice post! I must admit that I don’t know much about hummus, other than eating them once or twice at parties, but I really want to make something with them now.
Bethany

13. Jan, 2010

Hey Cynthia! Yes I did and I’ve actually been thinking about writing up a post on my thoughts on the whole thing…I think I will now.
Katherine

13. Jan, 2010

I like chickpeas too. What a great combination, chickpeas, pinenuts and lamb mince. Now I’m hungry.
shayma

13. Jan, 2010

hi beth, the recipe from your link is very nice- but different than the one i am referring to. the hummus w/o tahineh she taught me involves whizzing the chickpeas and adding lemon, salt and cumin powder, that’s all. in fact claudia roden has the simple decription/recipe for it in her book, The New Book of Middle Eastern Food. x shayma
The Grubworm

13. Jan, 2010

Oh my word, i am in Hummus heaven! Hummus is one of those things i can eat over and over again, and there is nothing like the home made stuff. I’m excited by the recipe for Hummus B’Lahme – the combination of lamb and pinenuts works so well. Those photos are great too.
meeta

13. Jan, 2010

i love chickpeas too in almost any form and especially served with tahini! this with the meat looks great too and i can’t wait to get to dubai to start eating this stuff!
Su-yin

13. Jan, 2010

This looks fabulous – I love pine nuts as well and I think it’s brilliant that you’ve added this to the hummus. And you have meat in it as well, could it get any better?
deeba

13. Jan, 2010

I adore the ‘cast of characters’…you have me craving for some right now Beth! I love your foodie adventures! YUM!!
Bethany

13. Jan, 2010

Shayma- sent ya an email x
Grubworm- AMEN!
Su-yin: it’s diiiiiivine!
Deeba: I wanna hold youuuur haaaaand! XX
Bethany

14. Jan, 2010

I’m bringing you some this weekend
Barbara Bakes

14. Jan, 2010

The pine nuts sound like a great addition. I really need to get more brave about using chickpeas. This looks delicious!
tasteofbeirut

15. Jan, 2010

I too love hummos and sizzling pieces of fatty lamb! Yum! Your photos are splendid!
Chris Bourne

15. Jan, 2010

Need your food need your food!
Manggy

18. Jan, 2010

I went to an all-hummus restaurant in NY a few months ago and I absolutely loved it! This looks fantastic!
Ladybird

19. Jan, 2010

Hummus rocks! And it is sooo good for you, always a bonus
Kate/Kajal

19. Jan, 2010

I can see myself wiping this dish clean. I am a huge fan of Lebanese/Arabic food, and this is absolutely delcious ! The the kinda stuff that i love ! Awesome post, gr8 pictures I’m loving it !!!
diva

19. Jan, 2010

oh beth! ME TOO!! mad about chickpeas. i used to eat em outta the can just like that. lol.
beautiful houmous. i like having houmous wraps or sandwiches. so yummy!
barbara

08. Feb, 2010

I’m on a chick pea love fest at the moment. Too. I’ve been making a similar dish with pork mince served with rice. The lamb version sounds delicious.

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