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

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add 2 tbsp tamarind paste and stir until dissolved.
Step 2
Thinly slice 1 medium onion and add to the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
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.
Step 4
Stir in 1 tsp salt, adjusting to taste. The soup should be tangy and savory.
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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