Spicy Coconut Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

1/2 cup Brown Basmati Rice (uncooked)

1/2 cup Dry Lentils (uncooked)

1/4 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut

2 tsps Smoked Paprika

1 tsp Chili Powder

1/4 tsp Turmeric (ground)

1 tsp Cumin (ground)

1/2 tsp Sea Salt

7 cups Water

1/4 cup Cilantro (optional, chopped)

Directions:

1. Rinse the dry rice and lentils in a fine mesh sieve and add to a large pot along with the shredded coconut, smoked paprika, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, and sea salt. Add the water to the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.

2. Cook for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils and rice are cooked through. Divide into bowls and garnish with cilantro (optional). Enjoy!