This dry mix becomes a complete soup by adding broth, coconut milk, and any desired fresh produce. Arrange a jar of this in a basket with a can of coconut milk, broth, and instructions. For extra color, you can substitute other dried beans, like kidney or cranberry, for all or part of the chickpeas. Find unusual beans at RanchoGordo.com.

This recipe is one of O's tasty homemade gifts.
Servings: Serves 8
Ingredients
Dry soup mix:
  • 2 1/2 cups dried chickpeas , picked through for stones
  • 1 cup dried red lentils , picked through for stones
  • 1/3 cup dried onion flakes
  • 1/4 cup dried parsley
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. mild curry powder
  • 1 Tbsp. garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
To finish the soup:
  • 3 quarts low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 (15-ounce) can coconut milk
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Fresh cauliflower and green beans (optional)
  • Cilantro and lime wedges , for garnish (optional)
Directions
Active time: 10 minutes
Total time: 2 hours, 45 minutes


To make dry soup mix: Decoratively layer ingredients in a 1-quart jar; seal.

To make soup: In a large pot, combine dry soup mix and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are just tender, about 2 hours. (The lentils will soften and break apart to thicken the soup.) Uncover, stir in coconut milk, and simmer vigorously over medium heat until chickpeas are tender and soup is thickened, about 30 minutes more. If using vegetables, add about 5 minutes before finishing. Season with salt, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges, and serve.

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