Description
This Spicy Lentil Soup served with Curry Pinwheel Rolls is a vibrant, comforting meal packed with warming spices. The creamy red lentil soup is infused with curry paste and fresh vegetables, perfectly complemented by soft, flavorful bread rolls swirled with curry paste and baked golden. Ideal for a cozy lunch or dinner that satisfies with nutrition and robust flavors.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 2 tbsp curry paste
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, grated
- 140g red lentils
- 1 liter hot vegetable stock
Rolls Ingredients
- 500g pack bread mix
- 1 tbsp curry paste
- Vegetable oil, for greasing baking sheet
Instructions
- Prepare the curry pinwheel rolls: Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/gas mark 7. Follow the bread mix packet instructions to prepare the dough. Roll out the dough into a 30 x 40 cm rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread curry paste and shape rolls: Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of curry paste over the rolled-out dough. Starting from the longest edge, roll the dough tightly into a log (like a roly-poly).
- Slice and bake rolls: Cut the rolled dough into 8 equal slices and place them cut side down onto a lightly oiled baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the lentil soup base: While the rolls bake, heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of curry paste and the chopped onion. Fry gently for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add carrots and lentils: Stir in the grated carrots and red lentils, mixing well with the curry paste and onion mixture. Cook for a further 2 minutes to develop flavor.
- Simmer soup: Pour in the hot vegetable stock and bring to a simmer. Let it cook gently for 20 minutes until the lentils are soft and tender.
- Blend soup and season: Using a stick blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve alongside the warm curry pinwheel rolls for a delightful meal.
Notes
- You can replace the carrots with parsnips for a sweeter flavor variation.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt for extra creaminess if desired.
- Make sure to keep an eye on the rolls in the oven to avoid over-baking.
- This recipe serves 4 people.
- The bread dough can be substituted with your favorite pre-made bread dough if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup and Bread
- Method: Baking and Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Keywords: spicy lentil soup, curry pinwheel rolls, vegetarian soup, Indian-inspired soup, homemade bread, curry paste recipe
