This Cape Malay Curried Lentil Soup is a South African Gem You’ve Got to Try!

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic curry powder

A homemade blend can be tailored for health and flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier and can reduce sodium.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley provides a similar flavor and is often more accessible.

Chop onion, celery, and carrots.

Peel and chop sweet potato.

Fry the chopped vegetables in a pan with oil over medium heat.

Add chopped garlic and curry powder to the pan.

Pour in chicken stock and add washed green lentils, cherry tomatoes, and chopped tomatoes.

Cover and simmer for about 35 minutes until everything is softened.

Blend the soup until smooth using a hand blender.

Plate up and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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