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Algerian Adess - Traditional Lentil Soup / Stew - Family Recipe!
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes
Ready In: 65 Minutes
Servings: 4
This is my family recipe for adess. I often cook it in the pressure cooker as it saves a lot of time! This recipe freezes well & is simple to make.
Ingredients:
2 cups green lentils
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, grated
1 courgette, grated
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon ras el hanout spice mix
olive oil, to fry
2 pints water
1 lamb stock cube or 1 beef stock cube
salt & pepper
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda (if not soaking lentils)
4 pieces lamb or 4 pieces chicken, enough for your family
1/2 teaspoon tomato puree (or paste)
Directions:
1. Gently fry onion & garlic until golden, add meat, seal all sides, then add rest of ingredients.
2. Cook in pressure cooker on medium heat for 40 - 45 minutes Add more water if you like it thinner consitency. Serve with plently of olive oil & bread!
3. NB: You can also put the lentils in a bowl to soak overnight or during day before you cook & omit the bicarb.
By RecipeOfHealth.com