Curried Lentil Soup Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup brown lentils, rinsed

2 cup water

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 chile, seeded and minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

1/2 tsp curry powder

1 cup tomatoes, diced

2 cup vegetable broth

Bring lentils and water to boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and toast for 1 minute. Add olive oil and onion and cook until onion is lightly brown.

Add garlic, chili, ginger, curry powder and salt. Stir for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and cook. Stir for 3 to 5 minutes.

Pour in cooked lentils with liquid and vegetable broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Pour soup into serving bowls and if you desire, season with additional herbs.