Cold Spiced Tomato Soup Recipe

Name: Cold Spiced Tomato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, preferably brown; 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground asafetida (optional, sold in spice stores or Indian food markets); 4 cups chopped peeled ripe tomatoes; 2 cups water or defatted chicken stock; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves; 3/4 cup plain yogurt, stirred

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon mustard seeds, preferably brown
1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground asafetida (optional, sold in spice stores or Indian food markets)
4 cups chopped peeled ripe tomatoes
2 cups water or defatted chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
3/4 cup plain yogurt, stirred

1
Heat heavy saucepan.
2
Add mustard and cumin seeds and cook over high heat until they begin to sputter and dance around.
3
Stir in the jalapeno and ginger, lower the heat and cook gently for a couple of minutes.
4
Stir in the turmeric and, if using, the asafetida (a powdered gum resin).
5
Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a simmer, stirring.
6
Add the water or stock.
7
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Remove from the heat, cover and refrigerate until chilled.
9
Just before serving check the seasonings.
10
Serve sprinkled with coriander.
11
Serve the yogurt alongside so it can be stirred in to taste.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, preferably brown, 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Cold Spiced Tomato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cold Spiced Tomato Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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