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Curried Lentil Soup

Course Soups
Cuisine International
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 3
Author Rafeeda

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup green lentil
  • 1 tsp ghee
  • 4 cloves garlic pounded
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 carrot chopped
  • 1 heaped tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 liter water
  • 2 bullion cubes I used Knorr Herb Olive Oil
  • 1 cup thin coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper for taste
  • Coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Soak the lentils for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat ghee in a pressure cooker. Fry the garlic till the raw smell is gone.
  • Add the onion and carrot and saute till the onion is soft.
  • Add in the masala powders and saute till the raw smell is gone.
  • Add the drained lentils and mix well. Add the water and bullion cubes. Close the lid of the cooker and cook on high flame for three whistles.
  • Switch off and allow pressure to go by itself.
  • Open the lid, add the coconut milk. Simmer on low flame for 10 minutes.
  • Generously sprinkle in black pepper and adjust the salt. Serve hot garnished coriander leaves.