Curried Red Lentil Soup with Dried Cherries and Cilantro

50 min Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min
Serves: 4 Save

Ingredients (12)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 piece (about 2 inches) fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 large shallot, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and finely diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk (reduced fat or regular), divided
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 cup dried red lentils, picked over and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup coarsely chopped tart dried cherries or cranberries
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro stems, plus 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves for garnish

Directions

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