How long does this tomato black pepper soup take?

About 10 minutes prep and 25 minutes cooking, serving 4 as a warming starter.

What gives the soup its richness without butter?

The base is sauteed in Anveshan olive oil and finished with a glossy spoon of Anveshan ghee, giving body and aroma in place of butter.

Why add khandsari to a savoury soup?

Just a teaspoon of unrefined Anveshan khandsari softens the natural acidity of the eight ripe tomatoes, balancing the cracked black pepper.

Can I make it creamy?

Yes, this recipe stirs in fresh cream and basil to finish; for a lighter bowl you can reduce the cream and let the Anveshan ghee carry the richness.

Tomato and Black Pepper Soup

Name: Tomato and Black Pepper Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Anveshan Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Anveshan Ghee; 1 tsp Anveshan Khandsari; 8 large Ripe tomatoes; 1 + 4 cloves Onion and garlic; 1.5 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper; 2 cups Vegetable stock; 2 tbsp + garnish Fresh cream and basil; 1 tsp Salt

Tomato and black pepper soup is a warming, peppery bowl of ripe tomatoes simmered with onion and garlic and blended smooth. Here the base is sauteed in fruity Anveshan olive oil, finished with a glossy spoon of Anveshan ghee, and balanced with a pinch of unrefined Anveshan khandsari to round off the tomatoes' tang. Ready in about 35 minutes, it serves 4 as a comforting starter.

Time breakdown

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time25 min

Total Time35 min

Ingredients

💡 You can also use Groundnut Oil / Mustard Oil / Sunflower Oil / Coconut Oil / Black Sesame Oil as per your preference.
Ripe tomatoes
Onion and garlic
Freshly cracked black pepper
Vegetable stock
Fresh cream and basil
Salt

How to Make Tomato and Black Pepper Soup

1
Saute the onion and garlic in Anveshan Olive Oil until soft.
2
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until pulpy.
3
Pour in the stock, season with salt, and simmer 15 minutes.

Tips for the Best Tomato and Black Pepper Soup

✓Use ripe, deep-red tomatoes for natural sweetness and a vibrant colour.
✓Crack the black pepper fresh and add some at the end so its aroma stays sharp.

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