Minty Carrot Ginger Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 2 carrots, roughly chopped
• Pinch of salt
• 2 cups water
• Few mint leaves
• 1/2 tsp crushed pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Mince the garlic and ginger, slice the onion, and roughly chop the carrots.
2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   • Heat 1/2 tsp of oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
   • Add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
   • Add the sliced onion and sauté for another minute until it becomes translucent.
3. Cook the Carrots:
   • Add the chopped carrots and a pinch of salt to the pressure cooker.
   • Pour in 2 cups of water and add a few mint leaves.
   • Stir everything well, then cover the pressure cooker and cook for 2 whistles or until the carrots are fully cooked.
4. Blend the Soup:
   • Once the pressure releases, open the cooker lid and remove the mint leaves.
   • Let the mixture cool completely.
   • Transfer the cooled mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Reheat and Adjust Consistency:
   • Pour the blended carrot paste back into the pressure cooker or a large pot.
   • Add the leftover water from the cooked carrots to adjust the soup’s consistency. Mix well.
   • Bring the soup to a boil over medium heat and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, or until it thickens to your liking.
6. Season and Serve:
   • Add 1/2 tsp of crushed pepper, or adjust to taste.
   • Stir well and serve hot.

Enjoy your delicious carrot soup!