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Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup

A warm and comforting soup featuring rich coconut milk and hearty red lentils, perfect for a cozy evening.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Thai
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup red lentils Rinse before cooking
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Can substitute with chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use gluten-free if needed
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Chopped cilantro and lime

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until the onion is translucent.
  2. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another minute.
  3. Add the red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
  5. Season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

You can serve this soup with a crusty piece of bread or a salad. For extra creaminess, add fresh toppings like sliced avocado or yogurt. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen in individual portions.