Red Lentil and Cilantro Soup

Red Lentil and Cilantro Soup

Red Lentil and Cilantro Soup

1 1/2 cup onions, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup celery, chopped

1 Tb olive oil (or water)

2 cups dry red lentils

1 1/2 tsp ground coriander

3/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp curry powder

6 cups water

1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

In soup pot, saute onion, garlic, and celery in oil or water for 5-10 minutes.  Add lentils, coriander, salt, and curry powder and combine well.  Then add the water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes or until lentils are soft. Remove from heat, then add cilantro just before serving.