Another Red Lentil Soup Recipe

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Seems like there's as many different recipes for red lentil soup as there is pizza combinations. this one is an adaptation of a recipe from chef michele cranston. tasty for everyone - perfect for dieters

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Steps

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Put 1 tbsp of olive oil into a large saucepan and add the onion , ginger and cumin.

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Cook over medium heat until the onion is soft and transparent.

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Add the carrot , jalapeo , lentils and stock.

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Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.

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Cook for 30 minutes , or until the lentils have completely disintegrated.

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Meanwhile , heat the remaining olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat and add the red onions.

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Wash the cilantro and finely chop the roots and stems , leaving the top leafy section for garnishing later.

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Add the chopped cilantro roots and stems to the red onion and continue to cook , stirring occasionally , until the onions are caramelized.

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To serve , ladle into bowls , garnish with a sprinkling of cilantro leaves then top with a spoonful of the caramelized onions.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, fresh ginger, ground cumin, carrots, jalapeno, red lentil, vegetable stock, red onion, fresh cilantro stems