Mulligatawny Soup

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Introduction

A spiced lentil-vegetable soup flavoured with pepper, coconut milk, and herbs — a fusion born during the British Raj.

Historical Relevance

Derived from the Tamil word milagu thanni (pepper water), later adapted to a thicker soup for British tastes.

Ingredients:

– ½ cup lentils

– 1 carrot, diced

– 1 onion

– 1 tsp pepper

– Curry leaves

– ½ cup coconut milk

– Salt

Instructions:

1. Cook lentils and vegetables until soft.
2. Blend into a thick base.
3. Add coconut milk and pepper.
4. Simmer with curry leaves.

Pro Tips

Add a squeeze of lemon for freshness.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with toasted bread or as a starter for Indian meals.

Fun Fact

Mulligatawny became famous worldwide through British cookbooks in the 1800s.