"Thank goodness in the dead of winter (here in NYC) you can create your own sunshine in a bowl. All the warming Indian & Thai spices in a hearty broth filled with potatoes, red lentils & roasted cauliflower. When all this deliciousness comes together, sit back, slurp away, & enjoy"
Roasted Cauliflower & Lentil Curry Soup
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Creamy coconut milk and frangrant red curry paste infuse the cauliflower and red lentil soup with warming flavor for a hearty vegan meal.
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Serves or Makes: 4-6
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ingredients
- 1 pound cauliflower florets, cut into one inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
- Sea salt, to taste
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 large carrot, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 pound baby red potatoes, halved
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 teaspoons neutral oil, plus more for cooking
- Fresh herbs, to garnish
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with 2 teaspoons neutral oil and set aside.
Step 3
In a small bowl mix together the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, black pepper, cayenne, and salt and pepper to taste. Add 1 tablespoon of the spice mix to the cauliflower and toss to coat.
Step 4
Transfer cauliflower to the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and caramelized.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven over medium heat, coat bottom of pot with neutral oil. When oil is heated, add onions, celery, and carrots and sauté 7-8 minutes until the onion is golden.
Step 6
Add red curry paste, ginger, and garlic. Continue stirring for about 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the broth, water, lentils, potatoes, and remaining spice mix. Bring to a boil, then simmer partially covered until potatoes and lentils are tender (about 20-25 min).
Step 7
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until the desired consistency is reached. Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return to the pot. Add the coconut milk, maple syrup, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Cook 5 minutes longer and serve soup topped with roasted cauliflower and fresh herbs.