Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 lb pumpkin, cubed
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1/3 lb red lentil, washed
  • 4 3/4 cups vegetable stock
  • crouton, to garnish
  • chopped parsley or cilantro, to garnish

Method

  • In a large heavy based soup pot, heat the oil and fry the onions till soft over a low-medium heat.
  • Stir in the spices and fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the pumpkin, potato, lentils and stock.
  • Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for half an hour. Stirr occasionally.
  • Puree the soup using a handheld blender or food processor.
  • Re-heat if necessary and serve garnished with croutons and chopped parsley or cilantro.