Dahl (Curried Lentil Soup)

4 cups water

1 cup red lentils

1 T grated fresh ginger

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 t ground cumin

½ t ground coriander

½ t ground tumeric

½ t ground cardamom

1 t sea salt

2 T lemon juice

Boil the water in a small stockpot and add all the ingredients except the lemon juice. Cook on low heat, stirring often, for about 45 minutes. Add lemon juice, stir, and serve.

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