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 10 Easy Indian Soup Recipes Ready in 20 Minutes

10 Easy Indian Soup Recipes Ready in 20 Minutes 

10 easy soup recipes from Tarla Dalal which can be made in 20 minutes. 

Soups are light on stomach yet filling. It’s not necessary to sip on them in the beginning of a meal. You can eat them anytime of the day. You can make them using dals, vegetables, dry fruits or a combination of both and perk up with some spices or a basic tempering. They require hardly any preparation and can simply be cooked in a pan, blended, strained and served. You can even use the pressure cooker to make the process of cooking them faster and whip up amazing vegetable soups in very less time.


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Here are some more delightful soups to tickle your tongue and satiate your appetite.

1. Garlicky Lentil and Tomato Soup is a soup with a true Indian touch. Nourishing masoor dalpaired with tomatoes and garlic and perked up with chilli powder and lemon juice. This is a soothing soup for winters.

Garlicky Lentil and Tomato SoupGarlicky Lentil and Tomato Soup

2. Palak Shorba, the authentic Punjabi Soup, features on most restaurant menus. The bright green coloured soup is served topped with ginger juliennes. This creamy soup thickened with milk is sure to refresh your senses.

Palak Shorba, Punjabi Spinach Soup

Palak Shorba, Punjabi Spinach Soup

3. A crunchy and satiating option, Lemon and Coriander Soup is a wholesome and tasteful soup that retains the natural flavours of the veggies. The use of vegetable stock thickened with little cornflour and hints of lemon juice is truly enjoyable

Lemon and Coriander Soup ( Vitamin C Rich)
Lemon and Coriander Soup ( Vitamin C Rich)

4. The Vegetable Soup has Indian spices like bayleaf, colves and peppercorn used in the tempering. With that is the contrasting flavours of baked beans. Topped with cheese further it is difficult to stop at one bowl. Try it yourself!

Vegetable Soup ( Exciting Vegetarian Cooking)

Vegetable Soup ( Exciting Vegetarian Cooking)

5. Tomato Soup is the most common and easy Indian soup recipe. Here’s a Spicy Tomato Soup which is creamy too. Dry red chillies with garlic and pepper powder together contribute to its spiciness. All you need is 20 minutes to make this soup.

Spicy Tomato Soup, Creamy Tomato Soup

Spicy Tomato Soup, Creamy Tomato Soup

6. Delicacies like the Clear Cauliflower, Green Pea and Cabbage Soup with a harmonious blend of contrasting flavors intervening with crunchy vegetables is a delight for the palette. Most oriental soups make use of different sauces like the soy sauce, vinegar, chilly sauce to perk up the flavor.

Clear Cauliflower, Green Pea and Cabbage Soup

Clear Cauliflower, Green Pea and Cabbage Soup

7. The amazing oats are not just limited to making an array of main course but you can also make Minty Oats and Vegetable Soup with the crunchiness from cabbage and carrot and flavored with ingredients like garlic, ginger and mint.

Minty Vegetable and Oats Soup

Minty Vegetable and Oats Soup

8. Red capsicum is easily available these days. When you have some in the refrigerator, try Roasted Capsicum Soup. The sweet flavours of capsicum is enhanced when it is burnt on an open flame and them the skin is removed and used. This a sweet tinged soup without the use of sugar, so quite healthy too.

Roasted Capsicum SoupRoasted Capsicum Soup

9. A chunky soup for corn lovers is Sweet Corn and Spring Onion Soup. Kill your evening hunger pang with this super easy and quick veg spring onion and corn soup which is lip-smacking and tummy filling.

Sweet Corn and Spring Onion Soup

Sweet Corn and Spring Onion Soup

10. Garlicky Beetroot Soup is sure to win your hearts. Made with minimum ingredients, this soup is extremely healthy. The flavours of the soups itself is tempting. All you need is a pressure cooker to amke this soup within 20 minutes. This soup is sure to win your heart with its lovely colour, irresistible creaminess and zesty flavour.

Garlicky Beetroot Soup

Garlicky Beetroot Soup

Check our collection of Jhat-Pat Soup to find quick soup recipes that will help you make a bowl of soup that will surely lift your mood and nourish your soul.

10 Easy Indian Soup Recipes In 20 Minutes



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garlic lentil and tomato soup recipe | Indian lentil tomato soup | healthy lentil vegetable soup | with 33 amazing images. garlic lentil and tomato soup recipe | Indian lentil tomato soup | healthy lentil vegetable soup is a thick soup perfect for a light dinner. Learn how to make Indian lentil tomato soup. To make garlic lentil and tomato soup, heat the oil in a pressure cooker, add the garlic and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and chilli powder, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the masoor dal, salt and 2 cups of water, mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Keep aside to cool. Once cooled, blend in a mixer to a smooth purée. Transfer the purée into a deep non-stick pan, add 2 cups of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the lemon juice and mix well. Serve hot. This unusual Indian lentil tomato soup has been prepared from masoor dal, which is known for being rich in protein and zinc. The protein helps to boost metabolism, while zinc is necessary to build immunity. Tomatoes give this garlic lentil and tomato soup a lovely red tinge whereas onions and garlic impart an enticing aroma. Onions are also brimming with antioxidant quercetin, which helps to reduce inflammation in the body. We’ve blended this soup to give it a nice creamy texture without actually adding cream! This healthy lentil vegetable soup fills you up before the meal so that you do not binge on other high-calorie foods. This nourishing soup can be enjoyed healthy individuals to people with diabetes, heart disease, cancer and obesity. Tips for garlic lentil and tomato soup. 1. Add 1/2 tsp chilli powder. This gives a nice mild spice to the garlic lentil and tomato soup. 2. Cook on a medium flame for 4 minutes or till you get one boil, while stirring occasionally. The boil is important to thicken the Indian lentil tomato soup | healthy lentil vegetable soup | and get the flavours. Enjoy garlic lentil and tomato soup recipe | Indian lentil tomato soup | healthy lentil vegetable soup | with step by step photos.

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Here is a chance for vegetarians to have a go at the Penang Laksa Soup, an ever-popular Malaysian delicacy. Coconut milk and vegetable stock form the base of this tasty soup, which is flavoured with a tangy and spicy paste of tamarind, chillies, lemongrass and onions. Chunky pieces of cottage cheese and crunchy bean sprouts add more josh to this perky soup, which is characterised by the rich taste of coconut milk and the fresh aroma of lemongrass. We have toned down the spice levels to make the soup enjoyable for everybody. Pair the Laksa Soup with Malaysian Noodles and Creamed Corn Cake for a satiating oriental meal.

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Let your kids have the satisfaction of starting their meal with a soup prepared with their own little hands. A small but brilliant selection of veggies is cooked together and thickened with cornflour to make a Quick Vegetable Soup, which is elegantly spiced with pepper and excitingly garnished with cheese. The crunch of spring onions and carrots and the cheesy finish are sure to bowl over your kids!

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A foodie’s delight, the Corn Chowder Soup is also quick and easy to make. It is a typical American thick soup made of boiled sweet corn and sautéed onions, enhanced by the pleasant tang of celery and aromatic nutmeg. The use of milk makes this wholesome soup all the more satiating.

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bean and pasta soup recipe | Italian pasta bean and vegetable soup | Indian vegetable soup with pasta and beans | with 25 amazing images. bean and pasta soup recipe | Italian pasta bean and vegetable soup | Indian vegetable soup with pasta and beans is crunchy and aromatic with a good mouthfeel in every bite. Learn how to make Italian pasta bean and vegetable soup. A dish with proud Mediterranean origins, this soup is a winter warmer to be served with warm crusty bread and if you like, a slice of cheese. The addition of cream to the Italian pasta bean and vegetable soup balances the acidic taste of the tomatoes. You will also be pleasantly surprised to know that exotic and delicious soups dishes like Indian vegetable soup with pasta and beans are actually so simple that you do not need to go to a restaurant to enjoy them! Once the pasta has been boiled, it takes only 10 minutes to present this soup on the dining table – the credit for which goes to the addition of readymade baked beans. The finish touch of a sprinkle of grated cheese is a happy surprise which all of us are sure to relish. The deep and intense texture and flavours of bean and pasta soup is sure to pamper your palate. A bowlful is quite filing. But remember to enjoy it fresh! Tips to make bean and pasta soup. 1. You can use any type of pasta. 2. If you do not have baked beans you can also add cooked rajma. 3. Instead of oregano mixed herbs can also be used. Enjoy bean and pasta soup recipe | Italian pasta bean and vegetable soup | Indian vegetable soup with pasta and beans | with step by step photos.

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It is not uncommon to use potatoes in the preparation of soups. Sometimes, they are used in the stock. At other times, the juice of a potato is used to thicken a soup instead of cornflour. But, in this unique soup, potato takes the centre stage. Here, potatoes are flavoured with onions and bayleaf, and cooked along with milk and fresh cream to make a terrifically creamy soup. Since potato is known to thicken foods, ensure you serve the Cream of Potato Soup immediately before it becomes too thick to consume!

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A light and appetizing soup made of a wonderful combination of veggies like cauliflower, cabbage, green peas and carrot, which bring in a riot of colors and myriad textures to the soup. A base of clear vegetable sauce thickened with corn flour and flavoured mildly with soy sauce and pepper, makes the Clear Cauliflower, Green Pea and Cabbage Soup a sumptuous treat.

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When you are game for a bowlful that is bursting with flavour, go for this Broccoli and Red Capsicum Soup. Capsicum, onions and garlic together make this a truly flavorsome soup, while broccoli gives it a luscious texture. Both broccoli and red capsicum are fibre-rich veggies, making this soup a good addition to a diabetic meal. As it is quite low in fat and carbs, you can even have this tasty soup every day. Try other diabetic friendly soups like Lentil and Vegetable Broth , Mixed Sprouts Soup and Mein Chow Soup .

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almond soup recipe | badam soup | cream of almond soup | badam ka soup | with 44 amazing images. almond soup recipe | badam soup | cream of almond soup | badam ka soup is a pleasing bowl which is quite unique in taste. Learn how to make cream of almond soup Indian style. To make almond soup, soak the almonds in hot water for 20 minutes, drain and remove the skin. Blend the almonds in a mixer till coarse. Keep aside. Heat the butter in a deep non-stick pan, add the plain flour and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds. Add the almond coarse paste, white stock and almond essence, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the fresh cream, salt and pepper and mix well. Serve hot garnished with almond slivers. Almonds are special because the effect they have on our palate is unusual. While their richness is intoxicating, their mildly nutty flavour is very soothing at the same time. Naturally, badam soup made with this wonderful ingredient is nothing short of a special treat. While the blanching and de-skinning of almonds takes a bit of time, the actual preparation of the soup is very easy and quick, so the effort is well-balanced and the final outcome is completely worthy of it! The combination of almonds with white stock and cream pepped up with almond essence to make badam ka soup not only easy to make but also refreshing. The use of white stock and fresh cream lends the perfect thickness and body to this cream of almond soup. Making white stock at home isn’t difficult. All you need is perfectly chosen veggies like potatoes, cabbage, onions and bottle gourd and simmering these chopped veggies in water for 20 minutes. Finally you need to cool it and strain it. Tips for almond soup. 1. You can peel and refrigerate the almonds earlier, but prepare the soup just before serving in order to enjoy the best texture. 2. Since the soup is white sauced based, it tends to get gooey upon cooling. So serve it immediately. If you are serving it later, add little fresh cream to adjust the consistency, re-heat it and serve it. Serve with classy Canapés like Parsley and Cottage Cheese Canapes , Mushroom Canapes , Cottage Cheese and Dill Canapés and Rajgira Paratha Canapés. Enjoy almond soup recipe | badam soup | cream of almond soup | badam ka soup | with step by step photos.

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fresh green peas soup recipe | quick green peas soup | Indian style matar soup | with 22 amazing images. fresh green peas soup recipe | quick green peas soup | Indian style matar soup is a refreshing soup with a pleasant eye appeal. Learn how to make quick green peas soup. To make fresh green peas soup, combine the green peas, onion, potatoes and 1 cup of hot water in a deep non-stick pan, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 6 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Allow the mixture to cool completely and blend in a mixer till smooth. Transfer the mixture into a deep non-stick pan, add the milk, salt, pepper and ½ cup of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Serve hot. The quick green peas soup is a vibrantly-coloured soup with a unique flavour and creamy texture, which you will enjoy thoroughly! Interestingly, you will enjoy the preparation of this soup too because it can be made easily, in a jiffy. Onions give a nice, spicy touch to this sumptuous soup, while potatoes and milk give it a lusciously creamy mouth-feel. But above all this, the juiciness and unique taste of green peas is clearly distinct in the Indian style matar soup. So quick and so easy, you can enjoy a bowlful right away... with Ladi Pav Garlic Bread or Garlic Bread to bite along or serve with Pizzas and Pastas for a heatier meal. Further it is exciting to know that the fresh green peas soup lends in good amounts of fibre with fewer calories. All health conscious people can enjoy this soup with almond bread or multigrain bread. Enjoy fresh green peas soup recipe | quick green peas soup | Indian style matar soup | with step by step photos.

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