Authentic Mulligatawny Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Authentic Mulligatawny Soup

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Besan Flour
• Green Apple
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• Turmeric Powder
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• Fresh Coarse Ground Black Pepper
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup basmati rice (optional)
• Cooked Chicken
• Lemon Wedge

How to Make Authentic Mulligatawny Soup

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 inch ginger, minced, and 2 cloves garlic, minced.
2. Sauté for 2 minutes, then add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
3. Stir in 2 tablespoons gram flour, 1 medium apple, peeled and diced, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 4 cups chicken stock.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
5. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (in batches if necessary) and blend until smooth.
6. Return the soup to the pot. Add 1 cup basmati rice (if using) and 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced.
7. Stir well and simmer for another 10 minutes, or until rice is cooked through. Serve hot, garnished with fresh lemon wedges.