Best Red Lentil And Barley Soup Recipes

Red Lentil and Barley Soup image

Provided by morgainegeiser

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Steps:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
Cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients to saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 1 hour.
Remove and discard bay leaves before serving.

Indian Barley and Red Lentil Soup image

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 batch 2 tablespoons canola oil; 6 scallions, chopped, white and green parts separated; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk; 1 cup dried red lentils; 1 cup pearl barley; kosher salt; 1 cup yogurt

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the scallion whites, garlic, and ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomato paste and curry powder. Cook, stirring, until the tomato paste darkens, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the coconut milk, lentils, barley, 4 cups water, and ½ teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils and barley are tender, 35 to 45 minutes (adding more water if needed to loosen). Serve topped with the scallion greens and yogurt.