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Singori Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup singori (dried cheese balls)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil

Special equipment needed: None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pan, heat oil over medium heat.
2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
3. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until onions are translucent.
4. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
5. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
6. Add singori and let it cook for 10 minutes.
7. Add coconut milk and salt. Mix well.
8. Let the soup simmer for 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot.

20 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving size: 4

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 8g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Singori can be substituted with paneer or tofu.
- Vegetable broth can be substituted with chicken broth or water.

Variations:
- Add chopped vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms for a more nutritious soup.
- Add cooked lentils or chickpeas for extra protein.

Tips and tricks:
- Singori can be soaked in water for 30 minutes before adding to the soup to make it softer.
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in a bowl with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro on top.

Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro or green onions.

Pairings:
- Serve with naan bread or rice.

Suggested side dishes:
- Vegetable samosas or pakoras.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more vegetable broth or water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the singori thoroughly before adding it to the soup.

Food history:
- Singori is a traditional food from the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, India.

Flavor profiles:
- The soup has a creamy and spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness from the coconut milk.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup as an appetizer or as a main dish with a side of bread or rice.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Herbal, Aromatic