Ginger and Lentil Soup
16 Jan 18 |
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Ingredients
- 1 Onion, peeled and chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
- 2 inches Root Ginger, chopped
- 1 (large) Carrot, chopped
- 200g Lentils
- 1 tsp ground Cumin
- a pinch of Cayenne Pepper
- 1 stock cube, dissolved in 1 litre of hot water
- a squeeze of lemon juice
Method
- In a large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of oil and fry the onion, garlic until transparent.
- Add carrots, ginger and spices and cook for two mins, stirring often.
- Add the lentils and stock and stir well.
- Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 20 mins, stir occasionally and add more water if the soup seems too thick.
- Add the lemon juice, blend and serve.
