Spicy Red Lentil Soup

• 5 cp water
• 1 cp red lentils
• 1 tsp salt
• 15 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 tbs minced fresh ginger
• 1 tbs vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp)
• 15 oz can light, unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 tbs tamarind concentrate or paste, optional
• 1 tbs ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 small jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and minced
• ¼ cp chopped cilantro

1. Combine water lentils and salt. Bring to boil, Let simmer for 20-25 mins.

2. Puree Tomatos and Ginger in food processor.

3. Oil over medium heat. Add Garlic, cook till golden (30 seconds).

4. Add Tomato/ginger, coconut milk, corriander, cumin, turmeric, jalapeno. Simmer for 15 mins.

5. Combine lentils and sauce. Simmer for 20 mins.

6. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle cilantro.