SPICED MOROCCAN CARROT SOUP

SPICED MOROCCAN CARROT SOUP

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion thinly sliced

1/2 kg carrots thinly sliced

3/4 tsp cinnamon

1 1/2 tsp ground ginger garlic paste

3/4 tsp turmeric powder

1/2 tsp red chilli powder

1 cup carrot juice

2 tablespoons tomato paste

3 tablespoons rice

salt to taste

1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 cup chopped coriander

In a medium saucepan heat the olice oil and add the onion. Cook till the onion is golden. Add the chopped carrots and spices and stir fry for a minute or two. Add the balance ingredients and 2/3 cups of water. Cover and allow to simm for about 20 minutes or so or until the rice and carrots are tender.

Cool a little and puree till smooth. Sprinkle the chopped coriander and serve.