Coco Peanut Soup

Coco Peanut Soup

A rather rare combination of coconut milk and peanuts come together in this wholesome soup, which is further enhanced with chopped cucumber and tomatoes. A dash of cumin seeds, green chillies and fresh coriander give the coco peanut soup a memorable flavour, which you will remember for days to come.
 

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 7 mins
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

For Garnishing1 tbsp fresh coriander (dhania)
1 1/2 cups coconut milk (nariyal ka doodh)
1/2 cup coarsely powdered peanuts
2 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
2 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes
salt to taste
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

Method

1. Combine the coconut milk and besan in a bowl, whisk well till no lumps remain and keep aside.
2. Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds.
3. When the seeds crackle, add the green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
4. Add the coconut milk-besan mixture, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring continuously.
5. Add the cucumber, tomatoes, peanuts, salt and ½ cup of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
6. Add the coriander and mix well.
7. Serve hot.