Tamatar ka shorba

1. 1

   Take the tomatoes, shallots, ginger, garlic and green chillies in a pressure cooker.

2. 2

   Make small cross cuts on the tomatoes, so that it is easy to peel the skin once cooked.

3. 3

   Take enough water, some salt, and pressure cook the vegetables until they are very well cooked.

4. 4

   Peel the skin off the tomatoes once the pressure is gone, and the tomatoes are cool to the touch.

5. 5

   Blend the vegetables until smooth.

6. 6

   Strain the blended mixture to get rid of the seeds and skin of the tomatoes.

7. 7

   In a large pot on high heat, take some olive oil.

8. 8

   Add the cloves, bay leaf.

9. 9

   Stir for a few seconds.

10. 10

    Add the blended mixture, and cook for about five minutes until the soup comes to a rolling boil.

11. 11

    Add the milk or cream, and continue to cook for a few minutes.

12. 12

    Add the pepper and cilantro, and cook for another minute.

13. 13

    Garnish with milk/cream and cilantro.

14. 14

    Serve hot, with bread croutons, and enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.