Spicy Red Lentil Soup With Magic Potion

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Spicy Red Lentil Soup With Magic Potion

Food Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups red lentils, washed and soaked for 1 hour, drained 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 large tomato, diced 1 green serrano chile, split and seeded, diced 1 inch piece ginger, peeled and minced 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 teaspoons cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon lime juice Kosher salt Honey, to taste Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

Recipe preparation:
1 In medium saucepan, over medium heat, saute onions, for a few minutes. Then add in the tomatoes and drained lentils and let it cook for about 5 minutes. Add enough water to cover. Bring to boil, then lower the heat and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 30 to 45 minutes. Whisk the cooked lentils to release some of their starch and break them down further. 2 In small saute pan, warm the canola oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and cook until they are sizzling and spluttering. Stir in the turmeric and paprika. Pour the seasoned oil into the lentils (be prepared for a big sizzle). Stir to combine, add lime and salt, to taste, and a small drizzle tiny amount of honey. Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with cilantro.

Recipe source: Foodista recipe