Sekai no Shokutaku
Corn and lentil soup

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Corn and lentil soup

This deliciously flavoured soup is easy, filling and freezer-friendly. Serve with toasted whole wheat bread, dumplings, or pasta.

Ingredients

ServingsServes 8Original: Serves 8
  • uncooked red split lentils500 mL (2 cups)
  • vegetable oil45 mL (3 tbsp)
  • onions, chopped2
  • garlic, sliced4 cloves
  • ground turmeric2 mL (½ tsp)
  • salt7 mL (½ tbsp)
  • black pepper5 mL (1 tsp)
  • lower sodium vegetable broth1 L (4 cups)
  • water750 mL (3 cups)
  • chopped ginger30 mL (2 tbsp)
  • frozen corn500 mL (2 cups)

Method 5 steps

  1. Wash lentils in a strainer until the water runs clear and reserve.

  2. In a large pot, heat oil on medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add turmeric, salt, and pepper.

  3. Add lentils, broth, and water. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.

  4. Stir in ginger and using a hand blender, blend until smooth.

  5. Stir in the corn and return to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to warm through.