Sorakkai Soup | Bottlegourd Soup
Sorakkai Soup, or Bottle Gourd Soup, is a wholesome and nutritious dish that’s perfect for anyone seeking a light, comforting, and oil-free meal. Known as sorakkai in Tamil, bottle gourd is rich in water content, low in calories, and packed with essential nutrients, making this soup an excellent choice for those on a weight-loss journey or simply looking for a healthy option.
This zero-oil recipe is simple to prepare and is cooked entirely in a pressure cooker, making it a quick and convenient one-pot meal. The soup features tender bottle gourd, which blends beautifully with the natural sweetness of shallots (small onions). For those who prefer, big onions can also be used as a substitute. The subtle flavors of this soup are enhanced with just a few spices, allowing the natural taste of the bottle gourd to shine.
What makes this Sorakkai Soup so appealing is its versatility. It can be enjoyed as a starter, a light meal, or even as a warm, comforting dish on cold evenings. It’s an ideal addition to a weight-loss diet plan or a healthy meal prep routine, offering a delicious way to include more vegetables in your diet.
In this blog post, I’ll take you through the step-by-step process of making this easy and nutritious soup. With minimal ingredients and preparation time, this Sorakkai Soup is perfect for busy days when you want something light yet satisfying. Let’s get started and whip up this quick, healthy, and delicious soup!
Ingredients-
Bottlegourd-250 gms (skin,seeds removed and chopped randomly )
Small onions-10-15 nos (you can use big onions too)
Tomato -1-2 nos
Garlic-6 nos
Ginger-2 inch piece
Pepper powder-1 Tsp or as per taste
Roasted cumin powder-1/2 tsp
Salt as per taste
Recipe Video
Method
👉In a pressure cooker add small onions, ginger , garlic, tomatoes, Bottlegourd and water just enough to cover the veggies.
👉Pressure cook for 3 whistles switch off the gas and allow the pressure to subside completely.
👉Now transfer the veggies alone to a mixie jar and cool a bit.
👉Reserve the cooked water as such in the cooker itself.
👉Grind to fine paste without adding any water.
👉Transfer this paste to the reserved water in the cooker and mix well.Add extra water and adjust to desired consistency and again switch on the gas.
👉Add required salt, pepper powder and roasted cumin powder mix well and bring the soup to a boil.