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:
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.
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!