Turkey Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp oil, divided in half
• 1 lb ground turkey, 93%-97% lean blend
• 1 tsp salt plus more to season final soup
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 roma tomatoes
• 1 green chili like jalapeno or serrano, minced
• 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
• 1 Tbsp Piquant Post Turkmen Sultan spice
• Garnish: Chopped cilantro leaves (optional), extra virgin olive oil drizzle