How to Make Spicy Tomato Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm bowl of spicy tomato soup on a cold day. This classic comfort food is a staple in many households, and for good reason. The combination of tangy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a kick of heat makes for a hearty and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a starter, a light meal, or paired with a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your nex...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon Indian chili powder
  • ½ cup water, or as needed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • salt to taste
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream or half-and-half (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir in onions and bay leaves, and cook about 5 minutes until the onions begin to soften. Add flour, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, and Indian chili powder. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour the water into the pan, and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom with a wooden spoon. Pour in the tomato puree and thin with additional water to desired consistency. Add sugar and salt; cook until sugar is dissolved and soup is hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves and serve with cream if desired.
  • Nutrition

    167 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 627mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 646mg