Soothing Yam Soup

Serves 4

What you will need

1 lb Yams

3½ Cups Water

2 Tablespoons Grapeseed Oil

1 Tablespoon Sambar Powder

1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds

½ Teaspoon Salt

½ Teaspoon Pepper

How to do it

Cook the yams in the water over medium heat until tender, about 7-9 minutes.
Transfer to a blender and process until creamy.
Cook the sambar powder, cumin seeds, salt and pepper in oil over medium-low heat for 20 seconds.
Add the spice mixture to the yams and mix until the spices are evenly distributed.
Note: this soup is intended to have the consistency of clam chowder. If its too thick, add a little more water while you are blending the yams.

Recipe excerpted from 'Everyday Indian: 100 Fast, Fresh and Healthy Recipes' by Bal Arneson.