Eastern-Style Mulligatawny Soup

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 5
Eastern-Style Mulligatawny Soup recipe for a cozy night in
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Prep

70 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

water to cover
1 cup dried split peas
4 cups water , or more as needed
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground dried chile pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
206
Sugar
4g
Fat
4g
Mulligatawny is a common soup in Indian cuisine that has been influenced by British cuisine. This version of the Eastern-Style Mulligatawny soup is a vegetarian twist on the classic chicken Mulligatawny soup. This soup has a wonderful blend of flavors and spices that make it a unique and comforting dish. It is a perfect meal for a chilly evening or a lazy weekend afternoon. Serve it with a side of toast or crackers for a satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Take a large pot and add split peas with water to cover them, let them soak in the water for an hour.
2.After an hour drain the split peas and add them back into the pot.
3.Add 4 cups of water, turmeric, chile pepper, and salt. Stir well and bring it to a boil.
4.Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook uncovered for 30 minutes or until the split peas are tender.
5.In a small bowl mix together lemon juice, tomato paste, and some water. Add this mixture to the soup and stir well.
6.In a pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cumin seeds, and sauté until garlic is fragrant and slightly browned.
7.Add this mixture to the soup and stir everything together.
8.Cook for another 10-15 minutes until everything is well combined. Serve hot.

PROS

This soup is a flavorful dish that is easy to make and budget-friendly.

It is high in protein, low in calories, and saturated fat.

It is a great soup for warming you up on a cold day.

CONS

The split peas take time to soak and cook, which is the downside of this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Split peas are a great source of protein and dietary fiber.
The turmeric and chile pepper added to this soup have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The garlic and cumin seeds help improve digestion and add a delicious flavor to this soup.

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