Red Lentil Coconut Curry Soup

By know1der

Ingredients

• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 medium carrots, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons mild to medium curry powder
• 1 28-oz can fire roasted crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 8 cups water
• 1 12-oz can coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional)
• 2 cups red lentils

Preparation

Step 1

Lightly sauté diced onion and thinly sliced carrots in oil, for about 5
minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic, spices, and salt, and stir continuously for another two minutes.

Pour in the tomatoes, 2 cups water, and red lentils. Allow to come to a boil. Add the remainder of the water and the broth. Allow it to return to a boil. Turn the heat to medium, allowing the soup to slowly simmer for about an hour. Stir occasionally.

Add the coconut milk, and a bit of lemon juice (optional). Allow it to
very gently simmer for another 15-20 minutes before serving