Name: Curried Red Lentil Soup with Dried Cherries and Cilantro
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 piece (about 2 inches) fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped; 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons); 1 large shallot, finely chopped (1/4 cup); 2 large carrots, peeled and finely diced (about 1 cup); 1 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk (reduced fat or regular), divided; 5 cups water; 1 cup dried red lentils, picked over and rinsed; 1/3 cup coarsely chopped tart dried cherries or cranberries; 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro stems, plus 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves for garnish