Lentils are a good source of fibers and protein without having to have meat. And they are quite cheap too. This is a soup that is just perfect for the winter time. This makes 2 Portion
1 cup of Lentils
2 cups water
1 tsp vegetable bullion powder
1 tbs oil
1 tomato, diced
1 small onion, chopped
4 stalks celery – chopped, including leaves
1 tsp curry powder
6 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper
Bring lentils and water to boil, add bullion powder. Let it simmer.
In the meantime, fry onion in oil until glassy, add celery. Add vegetables after about 10 minutes. Cover and let simmer for about 45 minutes or until lentils are cooked through. Check every 15 minutes to stir, add water as needed.
Add curry, garlic, salt and pepper during the last 15 minutes. Season to taste.
Note: When using red lentils cooking time is considerably reduced. You should add all ingredients when the water has boiled.
2 cups water
1 tsp vegetable bullion powder
1 tbs oil
1 tomato, diced
1 small onion, chopped
4 stalks celery – chopped, including leaves
1 tsp curry powder
6 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper
Bring lentils and water to boil, add bullion powder. Let it simmer.
In the meantime, fry onion in oil until glassy, add celery. Add vegetables after about 10 minutes. Cover and let simmer for about 45 minutes or until lentils are cooked through. Check every 15 minutes to stir, add water as needed.
Add curry, garlic, salt and pepper during the last 15 minutes. Season to taste.
Note: When using red lentils cooking time is considerably reduced. You should add all ingredients when the water has boiled.
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