Simple Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup with coconut milk, curry paste, and tender lentils simmered in one pot.
1 cup red lentils, rinsed
1 tbsp oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated ginger
1–2 tbsp red curry paste
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 cup sliced carrots
1 tbsp lime juice
Salt, to taste
Heat oil in a pot and cook onion until soft.
Add garlic and ginger; cook briefly.
Stir in curry paste and warm gently.
Add broth and coconut milk; stir well.
Add lentils and carrots; bring to a simmer.
Cook until lentils are tender and soup thickens.
Season with salt and lime juice.
Serve warm.
Add broth when reheating to adjust thickness.
Chickpeas or greens can be added for variety.
Store refrigerated up to four days.