Gajar Ki Chutney - A Spicy Carrot Soup
Gajar Ki Chutney - A Spicy Carrot Soup
Gajar Ki Chutney is a spicy carrot soup originating from the state of Rajasthan, India. This flavorful and comforting soup is made with a blend of aromatic spices, fresh carrots, and creamy ghee.
š Ingredients
- 4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 inch ginger, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
šØāš³ Instructions
- 1
Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- 3
Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- 4
Add chopped ginger and garlic and cook for another minute.
- 5
Add chopped carrots, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 6
Add 4 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
- 8
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- 9
Season with salt to taste.
- 10
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
š” Pro Tips
Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. You can adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your desired level of spiciness. Gajar Ki Chutney can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.