Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Mexican Lentil Soup (Vegetarian Version)
Mexican Lentil Soup (Vegetarian Version) is made with lentils, ancho chili pepper, and jalapeno.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total
- 45 min
- Original yield
- Serves 4
- Ingredients
- 8 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Main course
- Primary protein
- Beans & lentils
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Prepare the first additions
Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.
2. Match the cuts in the method
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
3. Keep the simmering stage
Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.
Get to know the ingredients
lentils
In the method: Soak the lentils in cold water to wash away any debris
ancho chili pepper
In the method: Remove the stems and seeds from the ancho pepper
jalapeno
In the method: Dice up 1/2 white onion and 1/2 jalapeno (use 1/4 jalapeno for less heat)
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1.5 cups lentilsIngredient note
Source: 1 ancho chili pepperIngredient note
Source: 1 jalapenoIngredient note
Source: 1/2 white onionIngredient note
Source: 2 cloves garlicIngredient note
Source: 1 teaspoon cuminIngredient note
Source: 4-5 cups of stock; upper source range endpoint used for shopping.Ingredient note
Source seasoning: salt to taste
How to make it
0 of 12 steps completeMake room for Mexican Lentil Soup (Vegetarian Version)
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Garnish with cilantro
A little more help as you go
Prepare for the next step
Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.
Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the skillet. Start with this step: Soak the lentils in cold water to wash away any debris
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Saute onion and jalapeno in a dollop of oil until tender
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: mexicanplease.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
