TAMATAR DHANIYA KA SHORBA

Preparation Time : 5-7 minutes

Cooking Time : 20-25 minutes

Servings : 4

INGREDIENTS:

·         2 Tomatoes (chopped)

·         4 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

·         1 tbsp oil

·         1Bay leaf

·         1 Onion (chopped)

·         1 clove Garlic (chopped)

·         1 tsp Coriander Powder

·         Salt to taste

·         3-4 Black peppercorns (crushed)

METHOD:

·         Heat oil in a deep pan.

·         Add bay leaf, onion, garlic, ginger and fry till well browned

·         Add tomatoes and stir.

·         Add a pinch of salt, crushed black peppercorns, coriander powder, good amount of chopped coriander and mix.

·         Stir in one and a half cups of water and let it cook for three to four minutes.

·         Discard the bay leaf.

·         Cool it down and blend to make a fine puree. Strain it properly and transfer it back into the pan.

·         Adjust the consistency if required

·         Add salt and the remaining chopped coriander. Simmer for two minutes.

·         Garnish with a small sprig of coriander and serve hot