Sensory Spicy Soup Recipe

Today’s Recipe: Spicy Coconut Lentil Soup

Hey there, foodies! Today I’m excited to share with you my latest creation: a Spicy Coconut Lentil Soup that’s perfect for cozy nights at home. This dish is a sensorial explosion of flavors and textures that will warm your soul and tickle your taste buds.

I start by gathering all my ingredients for this unique soup:

• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• large pot
• wooden spoon

For the soup, you will need:
– 200g red lentils
– 400ml coconut milk
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp coriander
– 1/2 tsp turmeric
– 1/2 tsp chili powder
– 1 can of diced tomatoes
– 1 liter vegetable broth
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish

To begin, I start by sautéing the diced onion and minced garlic in a large pot until fragrant. Then, I add in the spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder) and toast them for a minute to release their flavors. Next, I pour in the diced tomatoes and coconut milk, stirring well to combine all the ingredients.

Once the mixture is simmering, I add in the red lentils and vegetable broth, bringing everything to a boil before reducing the heat to let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils are cooked through and the soup has thickened.

As the soup cooks, the aroma of the spices and coconut milk fills the kitchen, making my stomach growl in anticipation. I love how the lentils absorb all the flavors, creating a hearty and satisfying dish.

Finally, I season the soup with salt and pepper to taste before ladling it into bowls and garnishing with fresh cilantro. The vibrant green of the cilantro against the rich red of the soup makes for a visually stunning presentation.

The total weight of this Spicy Coconut Lentil Soup is approximately 1200g, making about 4 servings. Each serving weighs around 300g and packs a punch of flavor without packing on the calories, with an estimated 250 calories per serving.

A clever tip for this recipe is to toast the spices before adding the liquids. This helps to enhance their flavors and aromas, taking the soup to a whole new level of deliciousness.

I hope you give this Spicy Coconut Lentil Soup a try and make it your own by adjusting the spice levels to suit your taste. It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed alone or paired with some crusty bread for a complete meal. Enjoy!