Spicy Vegan Lentil Soup with Onions

Ainesosat

• 1 rkl salt
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 rkl curry powder
• 1 rkl cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp peanut oil
• 3 kynttä garlic
• 1 iso white onion
• 3 red hot chili peppers
• 2 kuppia lentils

Ohjeet

1. In a stock pot, heat oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté chopped onion and habanero peppers until onion is soft (about 5 minutes).
3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
4. Add 8 cups of water, spices, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Spice measurements are approximate, so adjust to taste.
5. Add lentils, reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes or until lentils are soft.
6. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro, scallions, kefir, sour cream or cheese.
7. Note: pictured with fresh cilantro, kefir and marble rye toast - not included in calorie total.