Dahl Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
2 1/4 lbs canned chopped tomatoes, drained
1 cup red lentil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 1/4 cups coconut milk
salt and pepper
cilantro, chopped, to garnish

Preparation

Cook onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes. Add all spices and cook for 30 more seconds.
Stir in tomatoes, red lentils, lemon juice, stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender and cooked.
Season to taste, garnish with cilantro.