Fakes Ksithates (Lentil Soup with Vinegar)
Fakes Ksithates (Lentil Soup with Vinegar)
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| ~ Ingredients: ~ 1 cup of Fakes (Lentil) ~ 2-3 spring onions finely chopped ~ 8-10 stalks of coriander leaves finely chopped ~ 2-3 lettuce leaves finely chopped ~ 3-4 cloves of garlic sliced ~ 1 tbsp of flour ~ 1-2 bay leaves ~ 1/2 a cup of vinegar ~ Chopped parsley for garnishment ~ Salt and pepper to taste |
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| This soup is usually made during Greek Orthodox fasting days. | The ingredients listed are for 4-6 servings. Adjust accordingly. |
| ~ Wash the lentil and place in a deep bowl with water to soak overnight if you like. Not necessary. ~ Place lentil in a pot, cover with fresh cold water and bring to boil. ~ Boil for a few minutes, strain and replace the water with fresh. ~ Bring to boil, lower the heat and cook for about 45 minutes. ~ Add the bay leaves, chopped onions, coriander leaves, lettuce leaves and sliced garlic. ~ You can add more vegetables if you prefer, like carrots and celery. ~ Simmer the lentil soup for about another 20 minutes on low heat. ~ Dissolve the flour in a small bowl of hot water and gradually pour into the soup while constantly stirring. ~ Add the vinegar, salt and pepper to taste and stir to mix the vinegar with the broth. ~ Simmer for about another 5-10 minutes. ~ Your Fakes Ksithates (Lentil Soup) is ready to serve. ~ Place in a deep soup bowl or individual bowls garnish with some chopped parley and serve hot. ~ Lentil Soup can be accompanied with Kalamata olives, fresh bread and grilled Herring fish. ~ Good luck and enjoy. |
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