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Tamarind Soup

A tangy, spicy soup with a rich tamarind broth, fresh chilies, and cilantro. Quick to make and full of flavor.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
80
Protein
2g
Tamarind Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add 2 tbsp tamarind paste and stir until dissolved.

  2. Step 2

    Thinly slice 1 medium onion and add to the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Slice 2 red chili peppers (remove seeds for less heat) and add to the soup. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the broth is fragrant and slightly thickened.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in 1 tsp salt, adjusting to taste. The soup should be tangy and savory.

  5. Step 5

    Chop 0.5 cup cilantro and stir into the soup just before serving. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • ladle

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