{"product_id":"products-creamy-red-lentil-soup-mix","title":"Creamy Red Lentil | The Madras Flavors","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing:border-box;padding:0.5rem 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#444;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:1.25rem;\"\u003eRich, velvety Indian red lentil soup from scratch — in under 30 minutes. No fuss, no missing ingredients, just one pot and pure comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003eEach kit comes with everything pre-measured — premium \u003cstrong\u003emasoor dal (red lentils)\u003c\/strong\u003e and a hand-blended \u003cstrong\u003earomatic Indian spice pack\u003c\/strong\u003e. All you add is water. The result is a deeply satisfying, restaurant-quality lentil soup with a warm, mildly spiced flavor that works for the whole family — weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a cozy weekend lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;background:#E1F5EE;border-radius:8px;font-size:13px;color:#085041;font-weight:500;text-align:center;\"\u003e100% vegan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;background:#E1F5EE;border-radius:8px;font-size:13px;color:#085041;font-weight:500;text-align:center;\"\u003eGluten-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;background:#EAF3DE;border-radius:8px;font-size:13px;color:#27500A;font-weight:500;text-align:center;\"\u003eHigh protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;background:#E6F1FB;border-radius:8px;font-size:13px;color:#0C447C;font-weight:500;text-align:center;\"\u003eNo preservatives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;margin:1.5rem 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:500;color:#111;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eWhat's in the kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:2;padding-left:1.25rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium red lentils (masoor dal) — pre-measured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-blended aromatic Indian spice pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step cooking instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;margin:1.5rem 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:500;color:#111;margin-bottom:1.25rem;\"\u003eHow to make it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:12px;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;margin-bottom:1.25rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:500;color:#111;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eStovetop method\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin-bottom:1rem;\"\u003eGreat for any pot or pan you already own\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:1.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f5f5;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;color:#111;\"\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 kit (lentils + spice pack) · 3 cups water · 1 tsp oil or ghee · medium saucepan with lid\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#888;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.07em;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003ePrep time: 5 min  ·  Cook time: 25 min  ·  Serves: 2–3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#E1F5EE;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#085041;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eRinse the red lentils under cold running water until the water runs clear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888;\"\u003eThis removes excess starch and prevents foaming while cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#E1F5EE;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#085041;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eHeat 1 tsp of oil or ghee in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the spice pack and stir for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888;\"\u003eToasting the spices first unlocks deeper, richer flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#E1F5EE;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#085041;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eAdd the rinsed lentils and 3 cups of water. Stir to combine and bring to a boil over high heat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#E1F5EE;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#085041;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eReduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes — stirring occasionally — until lentils are completely soft and creamy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888;\"\u003eAdd a splash of water if it thickens too much while cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#E1F5EE;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#085041;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eTaste, add salt as needed, and squeeze in a little fresh lemon juice. Serve hot.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#E1F5EE;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#085041;line-height:1.6;margin-top:1rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the heat on low once simmering — red lentils cook fast and can scorch. Stir every few minutes in the last 10 minutes.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:12px;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;margin-bottom:1.25rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:500;color:#111;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eElectric pressure cooker method\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin-bottom:1rem;\"\u003eInstant Pot or any brand — fastest option\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:1.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f5f5;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;color:#111;\"\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 kit (lentils + spice pack) · 2 cups water · 1 tsp oil or ghee · electric pressure cooker\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#888;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.07em;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003ePrep time: 5 min  ·  Total time: 20 min  ·  Serves: 2–3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#FAECE7;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#712B13;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eRinse the red lentils under cold running water until the water runs clear.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#FAECE7;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#712B13;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eSet to Sauté mode. Add 1 tsp oil or ghee, then the spice pack. Stir for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888;\"\u003eYou can skip the sauté and add the spice pack directly with the water — it still tastes great.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#FAECE7;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#712B13;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eCancel Sauté. Add the rinsed lentils and 2 cups of water. Stir, secure the lid, and set the valve to Sealing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#FAECE7;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#712B13;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003ePressure cook on High for 5 minutes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888;\"\u003eThe cooker takes 8–10 minutes to come to pressure before the 5-minute timer starts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#FAECE7;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#712B13;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eAllow a 10-minute natural pressure release, then carefully switch the valve to Venting to release remaining steam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888;\"\u003eNatural release lets the lentils finish cooking gently and prevents splattering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:26px;height:26px;border-radius:50%;background:#FAECE7;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;color:#712B13;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e6\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#111;\"\u003eOpen the lid, stir well, taste and add salt. Add a squeeze of lemon if you like. Serve hot.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FAECE7;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#712B13;line-height:1.6;margin-top:1rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soup looks thin right after opening — stir well and let it sit 2 minutes. It thickens up beautifully as it cools slightly.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;margin:1.5rem 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:500;color:#111;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eServe it with\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:2;margin-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003eSteamed basmati rice  ·  Aromatic cumin rice  ·  Warm naan  ·  Crispy roti  ·  Crusty bread  ·  Plain quinoa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:500;color:#111;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eMake it your own\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003eTop with a drizzle of ghee and fresh cilantro for extra richness. Add a handful of baby spinach in the last 5 minutes, or stir in a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of chili flakes before serving for a little brightness and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f5f5;border-radius:8px;padding:12px 16px;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\nLeftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of water — the soup thickens as it sits, which is completely normal.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Madras Flavors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46687226069251,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/7657\/6259\/files\/Creamy_Red_Lentils_ready-to-cook_South_Indian_dal_meal_kit_package.jpg?v=1768343680","url":"https:\/\/themadrasflavors.com\/products\/products-creamy-red-lentil-soup-mix","provider":"The Madras Flavors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}