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A quick Thai-inspired soup that takes a shortcut via red curry paste. Protein-rich red lentils cook in just 10-15 minutes. Ridiculously cheap and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • oil for frying
  • 1.5 tbsp red curry paste
  • 2.5 dl red lentils
  • 2.5 dl coconut milk
  • 7 dl water
  • zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • salt

To serve

  • chili oil

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion: Fry onion in a little oil until soft.

  2. Add curry: Stir in red curry paste and fry for 1 minute.

  3. Simmer: Add red lentils, coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Add more water if soup gets too thick.

  4. Season: Add lime zest, lime juice and soy sauce to taste.

  5. Blend: Blend until smooth.

  6. Serve: With chili oil if you like heat. Add rice on the side if extra hungry.

Notes

Budget meal: Red lentils are cheap and provide plenty of protein.

Texture: Blend completely smooth for best result. Can also be left chunky if preferred.

Make it heartier: Serve with rice for a more filling meal.

Source: Vegomagasinet