TIBETAN POTATO SOUP

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I simplified this recipe from 'The Kopan Cookbook,' a collection of recipes from a Tibetan monastery, which was reviewed and excerpted in the L.A. Times Food Section several years ago. Unfortunately I did not save the name of the author, who had personally collected the recipes during a stay at the monastery, or the distinctive 'Kopan Masala' spice mix she suggested. In retrospect, I wish I'd gone to the trouble of mixing the special spices -- even though I don't know how the soup could be much better!

Provided by ccferne

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon gingerroot, grated
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 cup onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
2 cups instant mashed potatoes
6 cups water
1 cup tofu, diced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large heavy soup pot. Add ginger, garlic, and onion; cook and stir over medium heat until onion is tender. Add turmeric, chili powder, and Garam masala; continue cooking and stirring for one more minute. Remove pan from heat.
  • Stir in half of the potato flakes until blended, then half the water until smooth. Repeat with other half of potato flakes and water. Return pan to medium heat and bring to a boil.
  • Add spinach and tofu. Allow mixture to return just to the boiling point and immediately reduce to lowest possible heat. Stir in vinegar and soy sauce; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve in heated bowls; garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.

Hani Ali
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This soup is so comforting and flavorful. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Mdmosarof Hosein
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I can have it on the table in under an hour.


LootToKill
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some carrots and celery and it turned out great.


Albutt Albutt
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I'm not usually a fan of potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Sonja Nel
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The flavors in this soup are amazing. I love the combination of spices and the potatoes are cooked perfectly.


Darian Noblett
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also really filling and satisfying.


Tejin Thapa
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really flavorful and comforting.


Asghar ali asghar Ali solangi
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use up leftover potatoes in this recipe.


Saghar Khan
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Itumeleng Morifi
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This Tibetan potato soup is divine! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the potatoes are perfectly cooked. I love the addition of the ginger and garlic, which really give the soup a boost of flavor.


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