Lasagne Soup Sweet Corn Masala (Printable Version)
Classic lasagne flavors meet Indian sweet corn masala for a comforting, creamy fusion soup fit for family dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ Masala Base
01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
05 - 2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
06 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
08 - 1 teaspoon garam masala
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
11 - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
12 - 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
→ Sweet Corn
13 - 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
→ Soup Base
14 - 4 cups vegetable broth
15 - 7 ounces lasagne sheets, broken into pieces
16 - 3.5 ounces baby spinach leaves
17 - 7 ounces ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
18 - 3.5 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
19 - Salt, to taste
20 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
21 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil or coriander, chopped
22 - Extra ricotta or mozzarella cheese (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Warm olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies (if using) and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
03 - Stir in cumin, coriander, garam masala, smoked paprika, turmeric, and red chili powder. Toast spices for 1 minute to activate aroma.
04 - Pour in diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and flavors combine.
05 - Add sweet corn kernels to the pot and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
06 - Pour in vegetable broth and gently bring mixture to a boil.
07 - Introduce broken lasagne sheets and simmer uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until just al dente.
08 - Fold in baby spinach leaves and cook for 2 minutes until thoroughly wilted.
09 - Add ricotta and shredded mozzarella cheeses, stir gently until melted and soup achieves a creamy consistency. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
10 - Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with chopped basil or coriander and additional cheese, if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Unique fusion of Italian and Indian flavors
- Hearty, comforting and vegetarian friendly
02 -
- Contains dairy and gluten, check cheese and pasta labels for allergens
- Easy to make vegan with plant-based alternatives
03 -
- Break lasagne sheets into uneven pieces for more texture
- Stir in cheese right before serving for extra creaminess