Bombay Curry Soup

There is nothing more soothing than a bowl of this protein rich curry soup on a cool day.

Preparation Time: 15 mins.
Cooking Time: 35 mins.
Serves 4.

Ingredients
2 tbsp masoor dal (split red lentil)
1 cup onions, sliced
3/4 cup chopped tomatoes
2 cloves garlic (lehsun), crushed
1/2 tsp chilli powder (optional)
1 tsp oil
salt to taste

To serve
a few lemon slices
¼ cup cooked brown rice


Method
1.Heat the oil in a vessel and fry the onions for a little time.
2.Add the crushed garlic and chilli powder. Fry again until it releases a nice aroma.
3.Add 2½ cups of water, the tomatoes and the washed masoor dal and cook in a pressure cooker.
4.When cooked, pass the mixture through a sieve.
5.Boil for 15 minutes. Add salt.
6.Serve hot with cooked rice and slices of lemon

Source : Healthy Soups and Salads by Tarla Dalal