Coconut Lentil Soup
(from beerad’s recipe box)
Calories: 289
Total Fat: 4.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 36mg
Total Carbs: 45.7g
Dietary Fiber: 12.9g
Protein: 18.6g
Source: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Coconut-Lentil-Soup/Detail.aspx
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: soup
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups red lentils
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger root, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup soy milk
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
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Place the lentils and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Stir in onion, garlic, and ginger. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
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Place the coconut and soy milk in a blender, and blend until smooth and thick. Stir into the lentil mixture. Season with curry and pepper. Continue cooking 10 to 15 minutes.