How to make Lentil Soup - Indian style Lentil Soup - Vegan Recipes - Lentil Vegetable Soup

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are high in protein and cheaper than some lentils.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Ground cumin is easier to use and caraway seeds are often cheaper.

curry leaves

💰Cheaper: bay leaves

Bay leaves are more accessible and can substitute for flavor.

Boil red lentils for about 6 minutes until partially cooked.

Heat sunflower oil in a wok.

Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and infuse for a few seconds.

Add chopped onion and garlic-ginger paste; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add harder vegetables like carrots and potatoes; stir for a few minutes.

Mix in cumin powder, turmeric, chili powder, and coriander powder.

Add fresh tomatoes and frozen spinach; stir for a couple of minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a rolling boil for 6-8 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Check seasoning and adjust salt as needed.

Finish with a handful of chopped cilantro before serving.

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