Vegan Curry Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 cup red lentils rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon coriander powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- salt to taste salt
- pepper to taste pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add lentils and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in turmeric, ginger, garlic, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve hot.
