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Schurbat Adas Ma Qar
Iraqi Lentil & Pumpkin Soup
2 LBS pumpkin flesh, diced
2 C tomatoes, blanched & peeled
1-1/2 C (or 1/2 LB) red lentils
2 large onions, chopped
Oil (for frying)
Salt, black pepper & paprika to taste
Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Wash lentils; add to a cooking pot and cover with about eight cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for thirty minutes, or until tender. Add a little oil to a skillet; cook onions for about six minutes, or until they turn golden brown in color. Add diced pumpkin flesh and cook for an additional five minutes. Purée tomatoes in a blender; add to skillet and cook for five minutes (tomato purée should thicken). Add mixture to the cooking pot with lentils. Season to taste; bring to a simmer and cook over low heat for about thirty minutes. Ladle soup into warmed bowls; garnish with lemon wedges. Serve.
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