Greek Recipe: Fakes

This hearty and delicious Lentil soup is Greek national dish. Its very easy to prepare and perfect for the autumn and winter months. Best served with some bread.

Ingredients

• 250g Lentils
• 1 Onion chopped
• 3 Cloves Garlic chopped
• 3 Bay Leaves
• 1 Carrot diced
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
• 3 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
• 1 tsp Majoram
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Salt
• 3 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 L Water

Instruction

1. Boil the Lentils in enough Water for 15 minutes.
   Then drain and put aside.
2. Heat 3 tbsp Olive Oil and fry Onion and Bay Leaves for 4 minutes on low heat.
3. Add the Garlic and fry 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the Carrots and fry 1 more minute.
5. Add Lentils, 1 liter Water, Majoram and Salt, mix well and bring to boil.
6. Let it simmer covered for about 15-20 minutes until the Lentils are tender.
7. At last add Tomato Paste, Pepper and Vinegar and mix well.

Author: The International Vegan
Date: 04.07.2017