Chettinad Style Veg Soup

Method

1. 1

   Keep 1 tsp fennel, 1 star anise and 1 small stone flower, roasted and ground and the rest of the ingredients ready before you start.

2. 2

   Heat the butter or oil in a heavy pot and sauté the onion until soft and translucent.

3. 3

   Add the freshly ground Chettinad masala to the simmering stock and cook until the raw smell goes, then finish with coconut milk.

4. 4

   Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle simmer and cook until everything is tender; season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Ladle the chettinad style veg soup into bowls and serve piping hot with a wedge of lemon or toasted bread.