Egyptian Lentil Soup - Rana's Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups split orange lentils (red lentils), washed and drained 11 oz
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced (optional)
• 1 tomato, diced
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoons chili powder or paprika (optional for a slight kick)
• 8 cups water , vegetable or chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• salt to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Lemon wedges to serve
• Sumac to sprinkle options
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)