Greek Lentil Soup (Faaki) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp olive oil , extra virgin
1 1/4 large brown onions, 180g finely diced
3 garlic cloves, finely diced
3 cups lentils, whole green dried
9 small tomatoes
4 1/2 small tomatoes , i.e. 1x410g can tomato
4 cups water

Directions:

Soak lentils in the water while preparing other ingredients OR overnight for a better result.
Finely chop/dice onion and garlic then saute in olive oil in a large pot on the stove until transparent.
Drain lentils and save the water to use in the cooking process so that all nutrition released by the lentils in the soaking process is retained.
Add the lentils to the pot along with the tomatoes i.e. 2x410g cans of chopped tomatoes, 1x410g can of pureed tomatoes and only 1 cup of the water for now.
NOTE: I use the 'Ardmona' brand of canned tomatoes which comes in two varieties other than plain. I use one can with added roasted capsicums and one can with added basil and garlic. The 'Ardmona' puree also has tomato paste added for more flavour depth.
You can also add a few bay leaves for extra flavour.
Bring to the boil then simmer until a thicker consistency is achieved (approx 15 mins).
Add another cup of water and repeat the previous step until all water is used and the desired texture in the lentils and overall consistency of the finished meal is achieved.
Stir frequently to avoid burning.
Serve as a side dish with meat or as a meal in itself.
Add salt and pepper to taste when serving rather than during the cooking process.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	2466.58 Kcal (10327 kJ)
Calories from fat	178.65 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	19.85g	31%
Sodium	123.98mg	5%
Potassium	8722.19mg	186%
Total Carbs	414.59g	138%
Sugars	55.97g	224%
Dietary Fiber	194.78g	779%
Protein	164.46g	329%
Vitamin C	210.9mg	352%
Iron	46.3mg	257%
Calcium	599.6mg	60%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	83.25 Kcal (349 kJ)
Calories from fat	6.03 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.67g	31%
Sodium	4.18mg	5%
Potassium	294.37mg	186%
Total Carbs	13.99g	138%
Sugars	1.89g	224%
Dietary Fiber	6.57g	779%
Protein	5.55g	329%
Vitamin C	7.1mg	352%
Iron	1.6mg	257%
Calcium	20.2mg	60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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bitter
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