Muligatawny Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
• 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish