It’s definitely soup season and there’s nothing I like better than a warming spicy soup with lots of beans and lentils. When I made this soup I was trying to re-create an amazing Persian dish which we have at one of our favourite restaurants. (The restaurant is near Shrewsbury. It’s called Old Hall Persian and I would definitely recommend it if you’re ever in the area as the food is amazing).
I’m not sure if I’ve succeeded in the re-creation exactly but the soup tastes really good and has lots of delicious warming spices so it’s all good – I just love the combination of fragrant cinnamon and cumin with the smoked paprika and chilli flakes.
You could use dried chickpeas and beans but I rarely have time and think that organic tinned or in a carton (sainsburys have those) do the job.
This recipe makes enough for four portions so it’s great for keeping in the fridge for work or freezing a couple of portions.
You can also swap the spinach for any greens; kale is delicious as is spring greens.
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Just made this! It was so delish! I didn’t have lemon so I’m sure it would be even better with that, I added sweet potatoes too to make it a tiny bit heartier, just took longer to cook than the instructions because of that!
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Just made this soup, it’s exquisite 😍
Hi Corinne
That’s fantastic news!
Love Niki xx
Oh yum
Thanks Ruth! Xx
Hi Jade, so glad you like it! Let me know what you think. xx
This looks so yummy and satisfying! 🙂 I must try it. xx