Thai Yellow Curry Lentil Soup (Printable Version)

Aromatic coconut curry lentil soup brimming with Thai flavors. Quick, protein-rich comfort. Vegan and gluten-free.

# Components:

→ Lentils & Legumes

01 - 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
05 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
06 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced

→ Liquids

07 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
08 - 4 cups vegetable broth
09 - 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 2 tablespoons Thai yellow curry paste
11 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
12 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Finish & Garnish

15 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
16 - Fresh cilantro or Thai basil, chopped, for garnish
17 - Lime wedges, optional

# Preparation steps:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Mix in Thai yellow curry paste, ground turmeric, and ground coriander, stirring for an additional minute to release flavors.
04 - Add sliced carrots and diced red bell pepper; sauté for 2 minutes.
05 - Pour in rinsed red lentils and vegetable broth. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
06 - Add coconut milk, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until lentils are tender and soup is creamy.
07 - Remove from heat. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning as necessary.
08 - Ladle hot soup into bowls, garnishing with chopped cilantro or Thai basil and lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make with simple prep and a one pot method
  • Naturally vegan and gluten free so it fits a wide range of diets
  • Deeply flavorful from the blend of Thai curry paste and fresh aromatics
  • Perfect for meal prep and leftovers taste even better the next day
02 -
  • Packed with plant protein and filling fiber for a satiating meal
  • Freezes beautifully so you can stock meals ahead
03 -
  • Toast the curry paste and dry spices briefly before adding liquids to unlock richer flavor that seeps through the whole soup
  • Always use freshly squeezed lime juice since bottled lacks the brightness you want for balance
  • If you love texture add a handful of spinach at the end or top bowls with toasted seeds or nuts for crunch

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