Ingredients for - Indian Lentil Soup

1. Cumin seed 1 tablespoon
2. Turmeric 2 teaspoons
3. Ground cumin 1 teaspoon
4. Ground coriander 1 teaspoon
5. Olive oil 1 tablespoon
6. Onion, diced 1
7. Garlic, finely minced 2 cloves
8. Vegetable broth 4 (14 ounce) cans
9. Petite diced tomatoes 1 (14.5 ounce) can
10. Red lentils 1 cup
11. Kosher salt 1 teaspoon
12. Ground white pepper ½ teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Indian Lentil Soup

1 . Stage

Combine cumin seed, turmeric, ground cumin, and coriander in the bottom of a heavy 6- to 8-quart stockpot. Cook over medium heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add olive oil, followed by onion and garlic; cook until onion begins to soften and garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in vegetable broth, tomatoes, lentils, salt, and white pepper.

2 . Stage

Bring mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. Continue to simmer until lentils are cooked through and tender, about 1 hour.