Curried Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 2-3 celery stalks, diced
• 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
• 1/2 small jalapeño, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
• 1 cup (200 g) French green lentils
• 5 cups (1.25 liter) vegetable stock
• 1 can (14 fl oz / 400 ml) coconut milk
• 2 cups (100 g) baby spinach
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
• A handful freshly chopped cilantro (coriander)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pot...: Heat the coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and sauté the onion, carrot and celery for 8-10 minutes over medium heat until softened.

2. 2

   Stir in the garlic, ginger and jalapeño and...: Stir in the garlic, ginger and jalapeño and continue to cook for another minute.

3. 3

   Add the spices, stir to combine and cook...: Add the spices, stir to combine and cook for another minute.

4. 4

   Next, stir in the French lentils, vegetable stock...: Next, stir in the French lentils, vegetable stock and coconut milk. Stir to combine, bring to a boil, then lower the heat, cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes until the lentils are tender.

5. 5

   Stir in the baby spinach and simmer for...: Stir in the baby spinach and simmer for another 1-2 minutes until wilted.

6. 6

   Add the lemon juice and fresh coriander, season...: Add the lemon juice and fresh coriander, season to taste and serve hot with a slice of your favorite bread if you like.