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Tomato Shorba Recipe

Tomato Shorba is a popular Indian soup made with fresh ripe tomatoes, spices, and herbs. This soup is light, refreshing and packed with flavor. It is a popular starter in Indian cuisine and is often served with Naan or rice. It is also a staple in many Indian households and is considered a comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cooking Time 20 mins
Course Soups
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2
Calories 133 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 to Tomato
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable stock
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 bay leaf / tej patta
  • 1 inch cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Red Chilli Powder
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp Cumin (Jeera)
  • ½ tsp black pepper powder
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp coriander powder
  • coriander leaves / cilantro

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Assemble all ingredients together to avoid last minute rush.
  • Wash tomatoes properly and make a smooth puree in a Stand Blender.
  • Mince properly ginger and garlic. Alternatively, you can take ½ tbsp ginger garlic paste.
  • Wash and finely chop coriander leaves with the stems. Coriander stems helps to enhance flavors.

Cooking

  • Heat oil in a Cookpot or Pan over medium flame and add bay leaf, cumin seeds and cinnamon. Sauté all ingredients till fragrant.
  • Add in the minced ginger and garlic and again saute for few seconds, so the raw aroma goes away.
  • Now, add pureed tomatoes and let them simmer for 4-5 minutes on low flame.
  • Add turmeric powder, coriander powder and red chilli powder into it. Mix very well and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Then, pour vegetable stock and mix well. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add salt and black pepper powder, mix well. Garnish with chopped coriander.
  • Serve hot Tomato Shorba as a side dish / appetizer or main course.

Equipment Used for This Recipe

Notes & Tips

  • Ginger & Garlic: If you don’t find fresh ginger and garlic, then opt for ginger garlic paste.
  • Vegetable stock: alternatively, you can choose to add hot water of same quantity in the Tomato Shorba Recipe.
  • Salt & Spices: Feel free to adjust salt and spices as per your taste preferences.
  • Oil: Choose any neutral tasting oil for the recipe. You can also add some butter on top while serving.
  • Ingredients & Equipment: Find these Ingredients & Equipment at specialty food stores or online stores. For review of some stores, please refer to the Grocery Review Section on our Website.

Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)

Nutrition Facts
Tomato Shorba Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
133
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
4217
mg
183
%
Potassium
 
659
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
15
g
5
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
2591
IU
52
%
Vitamin B1
 
1
mg
67
%
Vitamin B2
 
1
mg
59
%
Vitamin B3
 
2
mg
10
%
Vitamin B5
 
1
mg
10
%
Vitamin B6
 
1
mg
50
%
Vitamin C
 
36
mg
44
%
Vitamin E
 
3
mg
20
%
Vitamin K
 
25
µg
24
%
Calcium
 
56
mg
6
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
 
37
mg
9
%
Zinc
 
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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