This Indian Tomato Soup is not your average tomato soup recipe! Made with warm and vibrant Indian spices and topped with homemade naan croutons and a Greek yogurt sauce, it’s a silky smooth vegetarian meal that comfort food fanatics will love.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees (for the croutons).
Heat 3 Tablespoons ghee (or butter) in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add 1 yellow onion and a pinch of salt and pepper and saute until translucent.
Add 3 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons fresh ginger and 2 teaspoons mustard seeds and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes, 2 10-ounce cans Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chiles and their juice, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 - 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper, Pinch cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered about 15 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Using an immersion blender, process until smooth. Alternatively, transfer contents to a blender and process until smooth.
With soup over low heat, slowly stir in the 1 13.5-ounce can full-fat coconut milk. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.
While the soup is simmering, prepare the croutons and yogurt topping.
Croutons
Cut or tear the naan into 1 inch pieces.
Place on a large baking sheet and toss with 2 Tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon coriander and salt.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes until bread is crunchy and golden. Tossing a couple times during cooking.
Yogurt Topping
Make the yogurt topping by stirring together the 2/3 cup greek yogurt, 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro, ½ teaspoon cumin and ½ teaspoon coriander in a medium bowl. Add water if needed to thin slightly. Season with salt, to taste.
To Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the spiced croutons. Drizzle the yogurt on top and enjoy!
Notes
Storing
Once it’s cool, transfer the leftover tomato soup to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Store the yogurt sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. The croutons will stay crisp and fresh when stored in a sealed container or ziplock bag at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.
Let the frozen soup thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating the leftovers in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stove until warmed through.