Simply Souperlicious – Creamy Vegan Carrot, Coconut and Lime Soup

Ingredients

• 1 lb of carrots, peeled and chopped and roasted
• 1/8 teaspoon ginger
• 1/8 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/i teaspoon turmeric
• 1/8 teaspoon coriander
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (optional)
• 1/2 can tomato paste (optional)
• 1 yellow onion
• 1 leek
• 1 shallot (raw), chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1 sprig thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne powder
• 1/8 teaspoon spicy paprika
• 5 cup(s) vegetable stock
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 tablespoon vegetarian margarine
• 2 tablespoons calamansi vinegar
• Pinch salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup, coconut milk (or almond milk)
• 1 tablespoon coconut butter
• 1 squeeze lime
• A pinch of sugar
• Cilantro leaves for garnish