Description
A comforting and creamy Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup that combines red lentils, coconut milk, and fragrant spices with a touch of red curry paste and lime juice. This 35-minute, easy-to-make vegetarian soup is perfect for a cozy meal packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils (uncooked)
- 1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pot, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate Spices: Stir in the red curry paste and turmeric powder, mixing well to combine with the onion mixture.
- Add Lentils and Liquids: Add the red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk to the pot. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- Blend the Soup (Optional): Once the lentils are cooked, remove the pot from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, if desired.
- Season and Finish: Stir in the soy sauce and lime juice. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve: Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more vegetable broth if needed.
- For a spicier soup, increase the amount of red curry paste.
- An immersion blender helps to achieve a smooth texture, but you can skip this step for a chunkier soup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave before serving.
