Ingredients

• 1/2 cup - yellow lentils
• 1/2 cup - orange lentils
• 1/4 tsp - turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp - red chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp - garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp - ginger powder
• 2 potatoes peeled, cubed and half-boiled
• 1 tsp - mustard seeds
• 1 large tomato, cubed
• 1 tsp - oil
• coriander or curry leaves for garnish
• salt to taste
• For the Tadka:
• 2 to 3 onions sliced

How to Make Hearty Lentil Soup

• Wash both lentils until water runs clear.
• Put enough water to submerge the lentil (it should fill the pot 1/4th).
• While boiling the lentils, add turmeric, red chilli, garlic, ginger, oil, potatoes and salt.
• Let the lentils boil, and then let it simmer covered.
• Cook the lentils for about 20 minutes or until it reaches a think consistency.
• In a separate pan, heat oil and add the mustard seeds and fry until they pop.
• Add the onions and fry until brown.
• Add the tomatoes and cook until soft.
• When the tomatoes are cooked add this mixture to the lentil soup.
• Garnish with coriander.