Ingredients

1 yellow onion, diced

2 minced garlic cloves

1 tbsp grated fresh ginger

1 stalk lemon grass, cut in quarters and pounded with the back of a knife

*if you cant find lemongrass, try adding some lime zest and a bit of fresh mint instead

2 med sweet potatoes, peeled, cubed

2 cups red lentils

4 cups broth

1 13 oz can full fat coconut milk

1 tbsp cumin

1 tbsp sea salt

1 tbsp black pepper

1 tsp turmeric

 Directions: 

Heat a bit of olive oil in a large soup pot

add diced onions, gralic and lemon grass. Saute until fragrant (2 min)

add dry spices and ginger, stir to incorporate

add lentils, broth, potatoes and coconut milk. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25-30 min until potatoes are tender. Stir occassionally. 

Remove lemon grass stalks and serve with lime zest and cilantro.