Nitrate & Nitrite Free Vegan Indian Mulligatawny
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring the basmati rice, 2 cups water, and 1/4 tsp salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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