Ginger Broccoli Soup
appetizers, indian, soups, vegetarian
1 tablespoon ghee
1 medium onion, sliced finely
3 3/4 cup vegetable stock
2 1/2 cup water
1 1 piece of ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 juice of 1 lemon
3/4 lb fresh broccoli, cut into - bite siz; ed florets
Melt ghee over medium low heat & add onion. Cook till it begins to brown, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile heat stock, water, ginger in pot for 5 to 6 minutes, do not let boil. Add onion, cayenne, lemon juice & broccoli. Cook over medium heat for 7 minutes, stir occasionally. Do not let soup boil. Serve right away.
Adapted from Ismail Merchant, "Indian Cuisine"
Yield: 4 servings