Lentilicious Maushawa: A Hearty Bowl of Arabic Comfort

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: pita bread or croutons for serving
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 cup red or yellow lentils, rinsed
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric