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The name of the Turkish soup "Mercimek" is translated as "lentil soup". Lentils are low in calories and contain many useful properties. This product is perfect for a healthy diet for a child and an adult. Lentil puree soup is a tasty and satisfying dish that will warm you up in cold weather and will appeal to the whole family.

Step 1

Cut the onion into small cubes. Cut the carrots into thin strips or use a coarse grater.

Step 2

Cut the lemon and pepper into two parts.

Step 3

Place the onion and carrot in a saucepan and fry in butter until soft.

Step 4

Add spices to the vegetables and simmer the contents of the saucepan for another 5 minutes.

Step 5

Place the lentils in a saucepan and fill the contents of the saucepan with water.

Step 6

Add half a lemon and chilli pepper to the saucepan. Cook the soup covered for 30 minutes over low heat until the lentils are done.

Step 7

Remove the soup from the heat, remove the lemon and pepper and puree the contents of the saucepan using a blender.