Hearty Lentil Coconut Curry Soup

Hearty Lentil Coconut Curry Soup

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serves 4

This lentil coconut curry soup is made for busy evenings when you need something warming and satisfying without extra complexity. Red lentils cook quickly in a spiced coconut tomato broth for a rich spoonful every time.

Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with your preferred side. Use the related recipes and goes-with links on-site to match it with breads rice or simple salads.

15 mins prep30 mins cook45 mins total
  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat then soften the onion for 5 minutes.

  2. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Stir in madras powder cumin and turmeric and cook for 30 seconds.

  4. Add rinsed lentils chopped tomatoes coconut milk and hot stock then stir well.

  5. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes stirring occasionally.

  6. Add spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.

  7. Stir in lime juice then season with salt and black pepper to taste.