Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown), rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Thapovana Ghrita
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat Thapovana Ghrita over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Add Lentils and Spices: Add rinsed lentils, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to coat the lentils and vegetables with the spices.
- Pour in Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the Ghrita-infused Lentil Soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and enjoy the heartiness and creaminess of this delightful soup.