Lentil and Barley Soup

Serves 1

Ingredients

Saute

• 2 tbsp oil
• 2 onions

Boil

• 3 cup of water
• 1/3 cup lentils (green)
• 1/3 cup barely
• 2 cloves garlic
• 6 baby carrots

Finish

• 1/2 tsp mushroom powder
• 1/2 tsp papricka
• 1/2 tsp thyme
• 1/2 tsp dill
• 1 tbsp liquid aminos ( or soy sauce )
• 2 tsp better than bullion
• 4 drops liquid smoke

Seasoning Combinations

• Cumin and Coriander
• Flavor Profile: Warm, earthy, with a hint of citrus. Great for Middle Eastern, Indian, and Latin American cuisines.
• Pairs Well With: Lentil soups, roasted vegetables, and bean stews.
• Basil and Oregano
• Flavor Profile: Herbaceous and slightly sweet, quintessential in Italian dishes.
• Pairs Well With: Tomato-based sauces, grilled vegetables, and white beans.
• Paprika and Garlic Powder
• Flavor Profile: Smoky and garlicky, with a touch of sweetness or heat depending on the paprika used.
• Pairs Well With: Stewed lentils, roasted carrots, and grain salads.
• Turmeric and Ginger
• Flavor Profile: Aromatic and pungent, with a pine-like aroma and warm, earthy flavor.
• Pairs Well With: Roasted root vegetables, barley pilafs, and lentil casseroles.
• Cinnamon and Nutmeg
• Flavor Profile: Warm, sweet, and slightly spicy. Not just for desserts; they can add a surprising depth to savory dishes.
• Pairs Well With: Sweet potato and carrot dishes, as well as in some grain-based desserts.
• Lemon Zest and Black Pepper
• Flavor Profile: Bright and piquant, offering a fresh, zesty kick with a spicy edge.
• Pairs Well With: Lighter lentil dishes, barley salads, and steamed vegetables.
• Smoked Paprika and Cumin
• Flavor Profile: Deeply smoky and earthy with a hint of warmth, adding a rich color and flavor.
• Pairs Well With: Smoky lentil stews, roasted barley, and grilled or roasted carrots.
• Thyme and Rosemary
• Flavor Profile: a robust, earthy, and slightly floral flavor profile that's wonderfully aromatic.
• Pairs Well With: roasted meats, root vegetables, stews, and legume-based recipes.

Optional

• 1 tbsp vegetable better than bullion
• 1/2 cup peas
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1 cup spinach ( chopped / or any green )

Garnish

• Pickled jalapeneo
• Vegan sour cream
• Green onions or chives
• Sliced avocado
• Salsa
• Shredded cheese
• Toasted bread

Directions

• Saute the saute ingredients in a large pot
• Then put all boil ingredients in the pot
• Turn heat to medium and heat to simmer
• Cover with lid with slight opening and reduce heat to low
• Cook for 30 minutes
• Add final spices
• Cook for another 5 minutes
• Turn off heat and remove lid
• Let stand for 15 minutes
• Serve