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Easy 35 min~180 kcal 6/10
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Firik Lentil Soup
This Diyarbakır soup simmers lentils with smoky firik wheat into a hearty southeastern winter bowl.
Easy⏱️ 34 min📖 1 min readServes 4~198 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 24 min cook
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- #Winter
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Timeline
Total 34 min- Prep10 min
- Cooking24 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Red lentils
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Freekeh
- 1 Onion
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Tomato paste
- 5 cup(~1000 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse 1 cup red lentils and 0.5 cup freekeh.
- 2
Saute 1 onion and 1 tablespoon tomato paste for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 3
Add the lentils, freekeh, and 5 cups water.
- 4
Cook the soup over medium heat for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 5
Remove from the heat once the lentils have broken down but the freekeh is still slightly chewy, so the grainy texture is not lost.
💡 Tip: Rinsing the freekeh first helps the soup look cleaner and brighter.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Ladle into serving bowls, drizzle with hot butter and mint, and serve with bread.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~198
kcal calories
10
g protein
28
g carbs
5
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 57%Fat 23%
GI 29 · Low GIGL 8 · Low GL
2.8g
Sugar
10.1g
Fiber
19.3mg
Sodium
0.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Firik Lentil Soup make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Firik Lentil Soup take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 24 minutes; 34 minutes in total.Is Firik Lentil Soup difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Firik Lentil Soup have?
Approximately 198 kcal per serving. Protein: 10g, carbs: 28g, fat: 5g.Which allergens does Firik Lentil Soup contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Firik Lentil Soup need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Firik Lentil Soup filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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