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Instant Pot Curried Lentil Soup

A hearty and delicious soup, perfect for cooler weather.
Prep Time10 mins
Pressure Cook Time8 mins
Course: Soup
Keyword: Easy, Instant Pot, Lentil, Quick, Soup, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 med onion diced
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger minced
  • 1 tsp red curry paste (optional)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 med carrot diced
  • 1 cup sweet potato cubed
  • 1/2 cup red lentils dried
  • 1/2 cup green lentils dried
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Turn Instant Pot to Saute function and heat olive oil
  • Add onion, ginger, and garlic, and saute until onions are translucent (approx 5 mins)
  • Add the red curry paste (if using) and saute for another 30 seconds
  • Add vegetable broth to deglaze the pot, and turn off Saute function
  • Add the carrot, sweet potato, and both kinds of lentils. Stir to combine.
  • Mix in the spices. Add the can of fire roasted tomatoes on top, but do not stir.
  • Put on the lid, turn the knob to Sealing, and set to high pressure for 8 minutes.
  • Once the time is up, allow to naturally pressure release for 10 minutes before venting.
  • Stir well and serve garnished with cilantro.