Comforting and classic Turkish lentil soup that’s ready in under an hour.

Other countries in the Middle East have a similar version which they call shorbat adas.

If you prefer a vegan version, then omit the yogurt and butter or use dairy-free alternatives.

Bowls of Mercimek Corbasi (Turkish Lentil Soup) Topped with Greek Yogurt, Croutons, Pul Bibir Butter, and Parsley, and Next to It, a Small Bowl of Parsley, Slices of Bread, and Two Spoons

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A side of crusty bread or fluffy flatbread also makes a happy companion to this dish.

Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.

Add the celery, carrot, and garlic and saute until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.

Bowl of Mercimek Corbasi (Turkish Lentil Soup) Topped with Greek Yogurt, Croutons, Pul Bibir Butter, and Parsley with a Spoon.

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Add cumin and oregano and stir the spices into the vegetable mixture.

Add the tatli biber salcasi and stir until evenly distributed.

Add the lentils to the pot and stir to distribute evenly into the vegetable mixture.

Celery, Carrots, and Onions Sautéed in a Dutch Oven Pot for Mercimek Corbasi Recipe

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Add the vegetable stock and stir.

Let the soup come to a boil.

Remove the soup from the heat.

Sweet Pepper Paste and Spices Added to Sautéed Vegetables in Dutch Oven for Turkish Lentil Soup Recipe

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Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add the butter.

Cook the butter until just beginning to turn golden brown, about 3 minutes.

Vegetable Stock Added to Dutch Oven

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Remove from the heat and add 2 teaspoons olive oil and 2 teaspoons pul biber.

Ladle the soup into bowls.

Reheat the soup in the microwave or in a saucepan on low heat.

Mercimek Corbasi Boiling in a Dutch Oven and Mixed with a Wooden Spoon

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