Spicy Red Lentil Coconut Soup

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 cups onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 pinch cinnamon
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup dried red lentils
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup light coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons Thai basil, chiffonaded
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• salt and pepper

Directions

1. 1

   heat oil in a large saucepan.

2. 2

   add onions, spices and garlic and cook until softened.

3. 3

   add lentils, brith, and water and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.

5. 5

   remove from heat and let it stand for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   with an immersion blender puree soup until it's smooth.

7. 7

   (this can also be done in a blender, in batches).

8. 8

   stir in coconut milk and remaining ingredients.

9. 9

   serve.