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Vegan Gundruk Ko Jhol (Fermented Leaf Soup)

A traditional Nepali soup made with fermented leafy greens, providing a unique tangy and savory flavor. Perfect as a starter or light meal.

15m prep + 35m cook4 servings
120 cal|5g protein|15g carbs|5g fat|4g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Gundruk (Fermented Leafy Greens)
  • 6 cups Water
  • 1/2 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 medium Tomato, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the gundruk to remove excess salt and dirt.
  2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a pot. Add onion, ginger, and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. 3Add tomato and cook until softened.
  4. 4Stir in turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. 5Add gundruk and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. 6Season with salt. Add lime juice.
  7. 7Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

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