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 - Pinch of ground chile powder or cayenne, more to taste
 - 1 quart chicken or vegetable broth
 - 2 cups water
-- 1 1/2 cup dry red lentils (rinsed and soaked for thirty minutes)
+- 300g dry red lentils (rinsed and soaked for thirty minutes)
 - 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
 - Juice of 1/2 lemon, more to taste
 - 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
 
-Note: I approximate 1 cup as 200 grams.
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 ## Method
 
 - In a large pot, heat 3 tablespoons oil over high heat until hot and shimmering.