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Turmeric and Ginger Boost Afghan-Style Vegetable Soup

Name: Turmeric and Ginger Boost Afghan-Style Vegetable Soup
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Afghan
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 carrot, diced; 1 potato, diced; 1/2 cup red lentils; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp coriander; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 4 cups water or vegetable broth; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp grated ginger; 1 tbsp coconut milk

A warming and healthful variation with added turmeric and ginger for depth and warmth.

42 minutes4 servings

Method

Add turmeric, ginger, and coconut milk to the pot after adding the vegetables and before simmering.
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
Add carrot, potato, and lentils. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
Pour in water or broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Blend soup to desired consistency if desired.

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