Tomato Soup - Tamatar Shorba Recipe by Ruchi Bharani - Vegetarian [HD]

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and lower in saturated fat.

vegetable stock

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade broth is fresher and more flavorful.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat while bell peppers are milder and more accessible.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder can mimic the flavor profile at a lower cost.

Heat oil and butter in a pot over medium heat until melted.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.

Sprinkle in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and cumin seeds; mix well.

Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

Return the soup to the pot and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Stir in garam masala and lemon juice; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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