Ingredients

• 1 large clove garlic
• 1/2 onion
• 1 medium chilli, seeds removed (optional)
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated or finely chopped
• Few stalks celery
• 1/2 medium sized pumpkin
• 1 red kumera
• 1 large potato
• 2 large carrots
• 1/2 cup red lentils
• 2 tsp curry powder
• 2 cubes vegetable stock
• paprika
• turmeric
• cumin
• water
• 1 can coconut cream

Instructions

1. Saute garlic, onion, celery, chilli and ginger in olive oil until softened, approx. 3 minutes.
2. Add remaining vegetables in large chunks, lentils and cover with water.
3. Add vegetable stock and seasonings to taste.
4. Leave to simmer until veges and lentils are soft – don’t worry cannot overcook!
5. Blend soup with coconut cream and add salt and pepper to taste.