Başak Hazır Mercimek Çorbası

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Description

When you want the comfort of a homemade bowl without the chopping and simmering, this Başak instant lentil soup is a handy shortcut. The packet contains a ready-made mix inspired by Turkey's best-loved soup, so a warm, satisfying bowl is only minutes away on busy days, cold evenings or whenever hunger strikes.

Turkey's Favourite Soup

Ask anyone in Turkey to name a comforting dish and mercimek çorbası will be near the top of the list. Made with red lentils, onion, carrot and a little tomato or pepper paste, then finished with a swirl of butter and red pepper flakes, it is served at home, in workers' canteens, in roadside lokantas and as the first course of many iftar meals during Ramadan. Its smooth texture and gentle, savoury flavour make it a favourite with children and adults alike.

Making it from scratch takes time, though, which is where a good ready mix comes in. It captures the familiar taste in a convenient packet you can keep in the cupboard for whenever you need it.

Ready in Minutes

Preparation is simple. Follow the instructions on the packet, which usually means whisking the mix into cold water, bringing it to the boil while stirring and letting it simmer gently for a few minutes until smooth and thick. That is all it takes to turn a packet of instant lentil soup into a bowl of steaming, golden soup.

Ways to Make It Your Own

Finish with butter sizzled with dried mint and red pepper flakes for that classic restaurant touch.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon just before serving to brighten the flavour.
Stir in a handful of cooked rice, bulgur or vermicelli for a heartier bowl.
Top with croutons or toasted bread cubes for crunch.
Add a spoonful of yoghurt on top for extra creaminess.

Ideal for Busy Days

A bowl of instant lentil soup with a slice of fresh bread makes an easy quick lunch at home or in the office, especially in autumn and winter. It is also useful to have on hand when someone is feeling under the weather, when you are short on time after work or when you simply want something warm and gentle without cooking a full meal.

Pair it with a simple salad, a few olives and a wedge of white cheese, and you have a light, satisfying Turkish-style meal in no time.

A Long Tradition

Every meal in a Turkish home seems to begin with a bowl of Turkish soup, from tarhana and ezogelin to yayla çorbası. Keeping a few packets in the cupboard means you can enjoy that tradition any day of the week, even without the time to cook from scratch.

Storage and Allergens

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Please check the packet for preparation instructions, the full ingredient list and allergen information, as soup mixes may contain wheat, milk or celery.

Order Online From Robin Food

Robin Food delivers Turkish pantry staples across the UK, with same-day delivery available in many London areas. Prefer to cook from scratch? Try our red split lentils, or pick up homemade tarhana and freshly baked Turkish somun bread.