Classic Filipino Lentil Soup
This easy vegan Filipino lentil soup is a warm, hearty, and comforting soup made with tender lentils, fresh kamote tops, and seasonings. It pairs well with a bowl of steamed rice, perfect for a simple and healthy lunch or dinner!
Servings: -5 servings
Calories: 302kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils
- 3-4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 small piece ginger pounded or grated
- 2 chilis optional
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pinch mushroom seasoning
- Pinch cinnamon powder or grated cinnamon bark
- 2-3 stalks leeks or onion leaves chopped
- 7 stems kamote tops leaves only, stems removed and washed
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Mince the garlic, chop the onion, and grate or pound the ginger.
- Remove the stems from the kamote tops and keep the leaves.
- Wash the kamote tops well and set aside.
- Slice the leeks or onion leaves.
Cook the Lentils
- In a pot, add 3 to 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- Add the lentils and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until soft.
Sauté the Aromatics
- In a pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, onion, and ginger.
- Cook until fragrant and slightly softened.
Season the Soup
- Add the sautéed mixture to the pot with the lentils.
- Add the chilis, salt, mushroom seasoning, and cinnamon.
- Stir well and let the soup simmer for a few minutes.
Add the Greens
- Add the kamote tops and leeks.
- Cook just until the greens are wilted.
Serve
- Turn off the heat and serve hot with steamed rice.
Serving: 1gCalories: 302kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 18gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 796mgPotassium: 796mgFiber: 21gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 411IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 5mg
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