Prep Time: 14 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Tomato soup is a classic comfort food that never goes out of style. Whether you’re enjoying it on a chilly evening or pairing it with a sandwich for a light meal, its rich, tangy flavor is sure to satisfy. Here’s an easy and tasty recipe to make your very own homemade tomato soup.
Ingredients for Tomato Soup:
- Ripe tomatoes – 3 nos
- Maida (All-purpose flour) – 15 grams
- Ghee – 15 grams
- Salt – 1/2 tablespoon
- White pepper powder – 1/2 tablespoon
- Sugar – 1/4 tablespoon
- Fresh milk cream – 1/2 cup
- Dry ginger powder – 1/4 teaspoon
- Water – 300 ml
Ingredients for Shrimp Garnish (Optional):
- Shrimp, cleaned and deveined – 250 g
- Butter – 3 tablespoon
- Vegetable oil – 1 tablespoon
- Finely chopped onions – 1
- Chopped garlic pods – 6
- Milk – 1 ½ cup
- All-purpose flour – 2 teaspoon
- Chilli flakes – 1 teaspoon
- Pepper powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Oregano – 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt – as needed
Method of Preparation:
- Prepare the Tomato Paste:
- Start by cutting the ripe tomatoes into large pieces.
- Cook the chopped tomatoes in a pressure cooker until they become tender.
- Once cooked, remove them from the cooker and allow them to cool.
- Once cool, blend the tomatoes into a smooth paste using a mixer grinder.
- Cook the Soup Base:
- In a pan, heat the ghee and add maida (all-purpose flour). Roast the flour until it turns golden brown. This forms the base of the soup and gives it a creamy texture.
- Add the freshly made tomato paste into the pan with the roasted flour.
- Season with salt, white pepper powder, sugar, and dry ginger powder. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Let the soup cook on simmer for about 2 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together.
- Add water to the soup, stirring occasionally to ensure it has the desired consistency.
- Final Touch – Add Cream:
- Once the soup has reached the right consistency, remove it from heat.
- Add a swirl of fresh milk cream for an extra rich and smooth texture.
- Optional Shrimp Garnish (for an extra twist):
- If you’d like to take your tomato soup to the next level, you can prepare shrimp as a garnish.
- In a separate pan, melt butter and vegetable oil.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and garlic pods until they turn golden brown.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they are fully done.
- Add milk, flour, and season with chili flakes, pepper powder, oregano, and salt.
- Once the shrimp is cooked and the sauce has thickened, serve it on top of your creamy tomato soup for added flavor.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with the shrimp mixture (if you made it), and enjoy with a sprinkle of extra cream or herbs if desired.
This homemade tomato soup is perfect on its own, or served with your favorite bread or crackers. It’s a comforting dish that can be made in no time, and the addition of shrimp adds a wonderful flavor contrast. Serve it as a starter or a meal on its own – either way, it’s sure to be a hit!
