Tomato dal soup:

The traditional method of preparing soup gives a mild taste and soothing effect to the throat and tummy, from Child to Adult. These type of soups can be consumed as a warm drink or with plain cooked rice, both have wonderful taste. Consistency- not very thick, gluey or clear soup.

Easy to prepare with minimal effort and ingredients.

Ingredients to prepare:

Tomato-2

Onion-1

Green chilies-2

Moong dal- 1 tbsp (to enhance the taste and consistency of the soup, alternative to mashed potato)

Turmeric powder-1/2 tsp

Salt- 1 tsp

To Temper:

Ghee-1 tsp

Garam masala powder-1/2 tsp

Fennel seeds-1/4 tsp

Cumin seeds-1/4 tsp

Curry leaves-1 twig

Coriander leaves

Method to prepare:

Boil, moong dal for 3 whistles in a pressure pan.

Once the steam released, add chopped onion, Tomato, green chilli and cook for more 3 whistles.

Mash all together to a smooth consistency, add 2 cups of water salt and turmeric powder.

Heat another pan with a teaspoon of ghee and add fennel seeds and cumin.

Add garam masala powder and curry leaves, add the soup in, allow it to boil for 3 minutes in medium flame.

Transfer and garnish with chopped coriander leaves, add pepper if necessary.