Dahl Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 2 1/4 lbs canned chopped tomatoes, drained
• 1 cup red lentil
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
• 1 1/4 cups coconut milk
• salt and pepper
• cilantro, chopped, to garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Cook onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes. Add all spices and cook for 30 more seconds.

2. 2

   Stir in tomatoes, red lentils, lemon juice, stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender and cooked.

4. 4

   Season to taste, garnish with cilantro.