Indian-Style Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) butter
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh ginger, grated
  • 5 cups (1.25 litres) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (250 ml) coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) red lentils
  • Salt and pepper