A traditional South Indian soup made with tomatoes, spices, and tamarind, perfect for a light meal or a starter.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 teaspoon asafoetida
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 10 curry leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp
- 4 tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 500 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Chop the tomatoes and crush the garlic cloves.
Step 2
In a pot, heat the oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Let them splutter.
Step 3
Add curry leaves and crushed garlic cloves. Sauté for a few seconds.
Step 4
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
Step 5
Add turmeric powder, black pepper, salt, and tamarind pulp. Mix well.
Step 6
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Step 7
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.