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04 June 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

A comforting Indian dal shorba made by simmering leftover cooked lentils with ginger, garlic, and spices. Served hot as a light start to brunch, this recipe helps use up leftovers while making a hearty meal.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Sauté the Spices

5 min

Heat the olive oil in a pan. Sauté the ginger, garlic, cumin, and turmeric for 1 minute.

2

Add the Lentils

5 min

Add the leftover cooked lentils and water, then stir.

3

Simmer

45 min

Simmer over low heat, stirring often, for 45 minutes, until thickened.

4

Let Rest

15 min

Remove the soup from the heat and let it rest for 15 minutes so the flavors can meld.

5

Serve

5 min

Stir in the lemon juice, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve.

Reminder

Stir the soup often as it simmers to keep it from sticking to the bottom; leftover lentils may stick more quickly than freshly cooked ones.

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Erhan Tunç Aide de Cuisine 3 months ago

Artan mercimeği çöpe atmak yerine bu şekilde değerlendirmek harika oldu, tadı taze pişmiş gibi olmuştu.

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