Gahat Soup
Veg
Vegan
A nutritious soup made from gahat (horse gram), known for its rich flavor and health benefits, especially in the colder months.
Cuisines
Garhwali
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 50 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Horse Gram |
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4 cups | Water |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 inch | Ginger , grated |
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1 medium | Tomato , chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , fresh, chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the gahat thoroughly and soak it in water for 6-8 hours or overnight.
- 2 Drain the soaked gahat and transfer it to a pressure cooker with 4 cups of water.
- 3 Pressure cook the gahat for about 3-4 whistles or until it becomes soft.
- 4 In a separate pan, heat mustard oil over medium heat.
- 5 Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.
- 6 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 7 Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
- 8 Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, and cook until the tomatoes soften.
- 9 Add the cooked gahat along with its water to the pan, and mix well.
- 10 Season with salt to taste and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) while tempering the cumin seeds.