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Name: Authentic Mərci (Azerbaijani Lentil Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Azerbaijan
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils (mərci), rinsed thoroughly; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 6 cups water or vegetable broth; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for serving); Salt to taste; Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Mərci

🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Guba, Khachmaz

A lentil-based soup with vegetables and spices, commonly eaten during winter months.

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