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October 11, 2017 by Fran Costigan 13 Comments

Red Curry Soup with Lentils from Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen

Vegan Richa's Everyday KitchenI’ve been waiting for a follow up to Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen from Richa Hingle for a while. Now, in her new  cookbook Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen, she applies her culinary skills to international comfort foods. She delivers a wealth of flavor-packed “awesome sauces” and mix-and-match ideas to inspire you to create stunning meal combinations.

Her unique recipes have amazing depths of flavor, are easy to make, and she offers allergy-friendly options. You’ll enjoy Richa’s sensational curries, comforting casseroles, the next-generation of plant-based burgers, and more by following the recipes in this wonderful cookbook.

The chapters showcase flavor-packed sauces, soups, sandwiches, breakfasts, sweets, and more. Plus, you will also find helpful techniques and mix-and-match ideas that inspire creativity for everyday meal combinations. I think you will find Richa’s book to be indispensable in your kitchen, whether you are vegan, flexitarian, or omnivore. Her food is so good and again, Richa writes recipes in a way that are like having her in the kitchen with you.

Red Curry Soup with Lentils from Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen

Red Curry Soup with Lentils from Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen
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Red Curry Soup with Lentils

Serve this very slurp-able soup with large soup spoons. For a brothy soup, add more coconut milk or water.
Yields 4 servings
Author Richa Hingle

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (95g) red lentils, picked over, rinsed, and drained
  • 3 1/4 cups (780ml) water, divided
  • 1 teaspoon organic safflower or other neutral oil
  • 3/4 cup (90g) coarsely chopped onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 (1/2-inch [1cm]) knob fresh ginger, peeled and minced or grated
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) red curry paste
  • 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cups (250 to 350g) thinly sliced bell pepper (any color), carrots, or zucchini (or small cauliflower or broccoli florets)
  • 1 (13.5-ounce [400ml]) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons (18g) raw sugar or other sweetener
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime or lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (20g) loosely packed fresh Thai basil or sweet basil
  • 1/4 cup (10g) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided (optional)
  • Fresh lemon wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the lentils with 2 1/2 cups (600ml) of the water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook the lentils for 13 to 15 minutes, or until they are al dente, stirring once halfway through the cooking time. Drain the lentils and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and a pinch salt and cook until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the ginger and red curry paste and stir to combine. Cook the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, until the paste is fragrant. Add the bell pepper and a splash of water and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the milk, remaining 3/4 cup (180ml) water, salt, sugar, cayenne, lime zest, and lime juice and stir to combine. Add the cooked lentils and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, 6 to 7 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Reduce the heat to low. Add the Thai basil and 2 tablespoons (6g) of the cilantro (if using) and stir to combine. Cover the saucepan and simmer for a few minutes, until the vegetables are cooked through and the flavors meld. Garnish with the remaining cilantro and lemon wedges and serve.
  4. Variations: Add some smooth peanut butter and curry powder for a Massaman-style soup. Add 10 ounces (284g) cubed firm or extra-firm tofu instead of cooked lentils.

Recipe Notes

From Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen copyright © 2017 by Richa Hingle. Used by permission Vegan Heritage Press.

I have a copy of Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen for one lucky ready this week. Follow the instructions below to enter. U.S. residents only, please. The contest ends at midnight eastern time on October 17th. Good luck!

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Comments

  1. AvatarSusan says

    October 11, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    So excited, I just got the book, too. She does some amazing things. Thank you for this post!

    Reply
    • Fran CostiganFran Costigan says

      October 11, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      I’m glad you agree that Richa does some really amazing things. It’s a great book!

      Reply
  2. AvatarKaren D says

    October 11, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    Um, posted today and just received email announcement. Says it runs until Oct. 17. Rafflecopter says it’s over. 🙁

    Reply
    • Fran CostiganFran Costigan says

      October 11, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      That’s a glitch Karen. Contest does run until Oct 17. We’ll get that fixed. Thanks for letting me know.

      Reply
      • AvatarKaren D says

        October 11, 2017 at 5:15 pm

        Thanks!

        Reply
        • Fran CostiganFran Costigan says

          October 11, 2017 at 8:07 pm

          Pleasure!! Glad we were able to fix the glitch in the contest.

          Reply
  3. AvatarKaren D says

    October 12, 2017 at 8:43 am

    Everyday easy is pasta and sauce

    Reply
    • Fran CostiganFran Costigan says

      October 12, 2017 at 9:17 am

      Pasta and sauce are universally enjoyed. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
  4. AvatarCarmen says

    October 12, 2017 at 9:20 am

    I have her other cook book, and I just requested this one from the library. My favorite every day vegan dish is usually a carb with vegetables and sauce, like a baked potato with broccoli and chickpeas, and cauliflower cheese sauce, or mac and cheese with broccoli.

    Reply
    • Fran CostiganFran Costigan says

      October 12, 2017 at 9:26 am

      All of your everyday favorite dishes sound very good to me.

      Reply
  5. AvatarDee Johnson says

    October 13, 2017 at 10:55 pm

    Scrambled tofu for breakfast.

    Reply
  6. AvatarChristine Lee says

    October 17, 2017 at 11:43 pm

    Lately, it has been pancakes. Something about the cold weather makes me want some warm pancakes. For dinner, my go-to meal has been anything soupy, my favorite meal right now is vegan clam chowder – made with cashew cream and mushrooms.

    Reply
    • Fran CostiganFran Costigan says

      October 17, 2017 at 11:54 pm

      Your food sounds delicious!

      Reply

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