As soon as the cold winter breeze sets in, our body craves something warm and nutritious. And honestly, what better way to embrace the winter season than a hearty bowl of soup? There are countless varieties of soups that are delicious as well as immunity boosting. You might think that all immunity-boosting soups are made of meat, but what if we told you that there’s a vegetarian soup that will strengthen you from the inside out? Yes, you read that right! Here, we bring you an amazing soup recipe made with amla! Amla, or Indian gooseberry, is a tart fruit with countless health benefits, making it the perfect base for nutritious soups. Are you a fan of Amla? If yes, that’s great! If not, you will be! Read on to learn how to make this nutritious soup at home.
Also read: How to make Amla Murabba; 5 health benefits of eating amla in winter
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Why should you eat Amla soup this winter?
Amla soup is an ideal way to add more nutrients to your diet. Here are some simple reasons why amla is good for you:
- Increases immunity: Amla is rich in Vitamin C, which is known to increase immunity. It also contains antioxidants that help fight flu.
- Good for digestion: Amla is rich in fiber and provides instant relief from constipation, acidity and stomach ulcers.
- Good for diabetes: Amla can prevent blood sugar from rising due to the soluble fiber present in it.
- Improves hair health: For centuries we Indians have been using amla oil to nourish our hair. This is possible due to the Vitamin C present in it.
What can you do to balance the spiciness of amla soup?
To enhance and balance the taste of amla soup, you can add a little jaggery or honey to it. It creates a perfect harmony between sweet, sour and salty flavours. While the cooked dal in this recipe will balance out the spiciness, adding jaggery or honey is a great alternative if you are sensitive to overly spicy dishes. These ingredients will not only make it delicious but also enhance its nutritional profile!
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How to make Amla Soup Amla Soup Recipe
It is very easy to make Amla soup at home. This recipe has been shared by digital creator @auraartofhealthyliving on Instagram. To make this soup:
1. Prepare Amla
Take a handful of gooseberries and wash them. Dry them before cutting them into small pieces. Put them in a blender and grind them with black pepper, cumin, green chilli, turmeric and salt. Put the mixture in a bowl. – Now add ½ cup cooked lentils and water and mix well.
2. Prepare tadka
– Heat some ghee in a pan. When hot, add dry red chilli and curry leaves. When they start spluttering, add the amla mixture and some coriander leaves. Let the mixture heat up and turn off the heat before it comes to a boil. Add it to a bowl of soup and enjoy!
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Also read: Amla for skin: How to use the Ayurvedic superfood for beautiful and glowing skin
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