Place a large heavy bottomed saucepan over a medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot add the celery and onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until starting to go golden.
Add in the carrot and garlic and sauté for a further 2 minutes being careful not to burn the garlic. Add a splash of water if needed.
Add in the paprika, cumin, curry powder and salt and sauté for a further 1 minute to toast the spices.
Pour in the coconut cream and stock and leave to simmer for 30 minutes until the carrot is soft and the flavours have come together.
Stir through the lentils, simmer for a further minute and serve topped with fresh coriander and sliced chili.