Traditional Mulligatawny Soup Recipe
When it comes to a heartwarming soup, Mulligatawny ranks high amongst different exotic varieties. This delightful blend of Indian influence is well known for its exciting allure that enchants the taste buds of many.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rinsed red lentils
- 2 tbsps. Vegetable oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 inch of freshly grated ginger
- 1 large carrot diced
- 1 diced celery stalk
- 1 medium-sized apple peeled, cored and diced
- 2 tbsp. of curry powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- ½ tsp. ground coriander
- ½ tsp. ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- ½ cup of coconut milk
- 2 tbsp. of lemon juice
- Enough salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro/coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large cooking pot over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté till tender.
- Stir in the minces ginger and garlic and cook for a minute or until their aroma fills the air.
- Add the diced carrots, apple and celery and continue cooking for another 5 minutes for the vegetables and apple to soften a little.
- Sprinkle the curry powder, coriander, cayenne pepper, cumin, and turmeric into the pot. Stir to mix the spices with the veggies and cook for another 2 minutes for release of flavors.
- Pour in your broth, then the rinsed lentils followed by the diced tomatoes, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, lower heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are tender.
- At this point, you can blend everything into a smooth puree before mixing with the lemon juice and coconut milk, then serve with a garnish of fresh coriander or cilantro leaves and serve hot.
- Alternatively, you can stir in the lemon juice and coconut milk. Allow the flavors to blend for about 5 minutes before seasoning with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Scoop your Mulligatawny soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro or coriander leaves and serve hot with an accompaniment of your choice, like naan bread.
- Enjoy a delightful culinary experience.