Mulligatawny Soup Recipe
Thick soup made from lentils and vegetables garnished with rice
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Spices and Seasoning
Garnish
Method
Preparation
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Rinse the Lentils
In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove any dirt or debris.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
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Combine Ingredients
Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, coconut milk, diced apple, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer the Soup
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
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Blend the Soup
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer it to a blender in batches.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Soup
Ladle the soup into bowls and add a scoop of cooked rice on top of each serving. Garnish with additional spices if desired.
