BOTTLE GOURD & CORN SOUP (LAUKI & CORN SOUP)

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

Lauki (Bottle Gourd) – 1 (Peeled and cut into cubes)

Onion – 1 (cut into cubes)

Boiled Corn – 1 cup

Garlic - 3-4 Cloves

Salt – As per taste

Black Pepper – As per taste

Finger Hot Chili – 1 (Small) or ½ (Big)

Ginger – 1 inch

Lemon Juice – 1 tsp

Butter – 1 tsp

INSTRUCTIONS:

-   In a pressure cooker or Instant Pot add the following:

•    Lauki
•    Onion
•    Ginger
•    Garlic
•    Chili
•    Salt

Add water – just enough water covering the chopped gourd and onion

-          Pressure cook it for 3-4 whistle/10 minutes, till they become soft

-          Cool the veggie stock

-          Blend in a blender or food processor. Adjust water according to the desired consistency

-          Pour into the pan, through a sieve (Strain the soup for a smooth texture)

-          Add Pepper, Boiled Corn and Lemon Juice and bring to a light boil on low flame

-          Switch of the flame and add Butter and mix it

-          Ready to be served