---
title: Fakes (Greek Red Lentil Soup)
servings: 4
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/greek-red-lentil-soup-fakes
---

Gather @red lentil{300%g}, @canned tomato{1%can}, @bay leaf{2%leaf}, @red wine vinegar{2%tbsp}, @vegetable stock{1%l} and @black pepper{}.

Rinse the lentils in a sieve under cold water until it runs clear.

Soften the @onion{1} and @carrot{2} in half the @olive oil{4%tbsp} over medium heat, about 5 minutes. ~{5%minutes}

Add the @garlic{3%clove} and cook 30 seconds, then stir in the lentils, crushed tomato, bay leaves and stock.

Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils collapse into the soup, about 25 minutes. ~{25%minutes}

Discard the bay leaves and season with @salt{1%tsp} and pepper, thinning with extra stock if it's thicker than you like.

Ladle into bowls and let each person finish their own with a swirl of olive oil and a splash of vinegar.