INDIAN-SPICED LENTIL SOUP

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This recipe is from Vegan Planet by Robin Robertson. I changed it slightly by added more lentils and sweet potatoes which makes it really thick, more like stew.

Provided by Poecile

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes with juice
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup dried brown lentils, rinsed
1 cup dried split red lentils, rinsed
6 cups water or 6 cups vegetable stock
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, minced
pepper, to taste
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, sweet potato, and garlic. Cover and cook about 15 minute or until softened.
  • Add the tomatoes and their juice.
  • Stir in the ginger, cumin, coriander, and cayenne. Add the lentils and water (or stock) and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender (about 30 min).
  • Add the cilantro, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.6, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 182.9, Carbohydrate 54.5, Fiber 22.3, Sugar 6.5, Protein 18.1

Brianna webb
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup was too thick.


Jack Jak
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out a little bit bland.


SSG Bilal
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This soup is a great base for other dishes. I've used it to make lentil tacos, lentil burritos, and even lentil shepherd's pie.


Iresha Weerasuriya
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I added some chopped cilantro to my soup, and it gave it a really nice fresh flavor.


Amarianna Stancil
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This soup is a little bit spicy, but it's not too hot.


AHMED OPALO
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I made this soup in my Instant Pot, and it was ready in no time.


Angeline Youngblood
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Rynase Nkanyo
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I love that this soup is vegan and gluten-free. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.


Kelechi Kc
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This soup is perfect for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend, and then I eat it for lunch all week.


Anamika Ahamed
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Mona datucali
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's really affordable too.


KIYIMBA MED
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Joo Soup
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This soup is delicious! The spices are perfectly balanced, and the lentils are cooked to perfection.


Karan xingh
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I love this soup! It's so warm and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Khan Sumon Ahmed
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This lentil soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's really easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.