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Mulligatawny soup
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 90 kcal —
- Protein 1.9 g 4%
- Carbohydrate 8.1 g 3%
- Fat 6.4 g 8%
- Saturated fat 3.7 g 18%
- Fibre 0.8 g 3%
- Sugars 2.9 g —
- Sodium 464 mg 20%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 272 µg 30%
- Vitamin C 1 mg 1%
- Vitamin D 0.1 µg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.24 mg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.07 mg 6%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.02 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.5 mg 3%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.1 mg 2%
- Vitamin B6 0.06 mg 4%
- Biotin (B7) 0.4 µg 1%
- Folate (B9) 4 µg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 19 mg 1%
- Iron 0.89 mg 5%
- Magnesium 9 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 31 mg 2%
- Potassium 103 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.2 mg 2%
- Copper 0.06 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.13 mg 6%
- Selenium 1 µg 2%
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Questions about Mulligatawny soup
What is mulligatawny soup made of?
It is a spiced soup shaped by Anglo-Indian cooking, commonly made with onion, curry spices, stock and lentils; recipes may also include chicken, rice, coconut milk or apple. The name is often traced to Tamil words meaning “pepper water”.
How do you make mulligatawny soup at home?
Soften chopped onion, carrot and celery in oil, stir in curry powder and a little flour, then add stock, red lentils and diced apple. Simmer for about 20 minutes, until the lentils are soft; stir in cooked chicken or coconut milk if using, and finish with lemon juice.
Is mulligatawny soup spicy?
It is usually warmly spiced rather than fiercely hot: curry spices, ginger and black pepper bring more flavour than chilli heat. To keep it mild, leave out chilli and add a spoonful of yoghurt or coconut milk at the end.
What do you serve with mulligatawny soup?
Serve it with basmati rice, naan or a crusty roll; some recipes cook rice directly in the soup. A squeeze of lemon and chopped coriander brighten its rich, spiced flavour.
Can you make mulligatawny soup without meat?
Yes. Use vegetable stock and red lentils, and add chickpeas or extra lentils for a more substantial bowl; coconut milk makes it creamy without chicken. Check that any curry paste or stock you use is suitable for your needs.
How long does mulligatawny soup keep in the fridge?
Cool it promptly, refrigerate in a covered container and use within three days. Reheat only the portion you need until steaming hot throughout, stirring well; freeze leftovers for up to three months.
What is the difference between mulligatawny and minestrone?
Mulligatawny is typically flavoured with curry spices and may contain lentils, chicken, rice or coconut milk; minestrone is an Italian vegetable soup often made with beans and pasta. Mulligatawny has 90 kcal per 100 g, compared with 60 kcal for minestrone.
Source: CoFID (UK) 17-813 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
