Ingredients

The following ingredients have 3 Servings
  • 1 big red bell pepper
  • 1 Tomato (chopped)
  • 1 Onion (cubed)
  • 3 garlic pods (peeled and crushed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (pepper powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (mixed dried herbs)
  • 3 teaspoons olive oil
  • Salt (to taste)
  • water
  • croutons
  • 2 tablespoons coconut milk or fresh cream
  • 2 teaspoons fresh parsley or cilantro leaves

Instruction

  • Select a plump and fresh red bell pepper. Roast it directly on the stove top over medium flame turning to all the sides frequently. The bell pepper should get charred uniformly. Remove from flame and allow it cool thoroughly.
  • Peel the skin and chop it coarsely.
  • Heat 3 teaspoons olive oil in a pan and fry the chopped garlic. Next add the chopped onions and fry till translucent. Add the chopped tomatoes and fry till soft.
  • Puree everything together until smooth.
  • Return the same pan to the stove and add the puree to it. Add 2 cups of water and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add salt,pepper powder and mixed herbs, Simmer for 3-5 more minutes and remove from flame.
  • Serve roasted bell pepper soup hot with croutons,bread sticks or garlic cheese toast.