Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced ((about 1 cup))
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced or pressed)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 cup carrots, (chopped or sliced)
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt and ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ginger, (freshly grated)
  • 1/4 tsp chili or cayenne
  • 1 hot pepper of choice (fresh or preserved)

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a large heavy pot and stir in onion and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent and fragrant (about 5 miutes)
  • Add tomato paste and all the spices and seasoning minus the hot pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Add the vegetable broth, lentils, carrots and pepper (of choice). Give it a good stir. Cover and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and coconut milk. Stir well. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.