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🥣 Drumstick Soup (Moringa Soup) – Traditional Comfort Recipe Packed with Flavor & Health Benefits

Drumstick Soup (Moringa Soup)

This traditional Drumstick Soup (Moringa Soup) blends the earthy goodness of moringa pods with garlic, herbs, and spices to create a deeply nourishing bowl of comfort and healing. It's a fusion of ancient wisdom and modern simplicity.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups drumsticks (moringa pods) washed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 4 cups vegetable stock or water
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
Optional Add-ons
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk or Greek yogurt for a creamy variation
  • 1/2 cup boiled lentils for added protein
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (coriander, basil, or mint) for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Blender (optional)

Method
 

  1. Wash and cut drumsticks into 2-inch pieces. Boil with a pinch of salt until tender. Set aside with the broth.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil and add cumin seeds. Let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  3. Add garlic and onions, sauté until golden and aromatic.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook until tomatoes are soft and release juices.
  5. Add cooked drumsticks and their broth to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes on medium heat.
  6. (Optional) Blend part of the soup for a smoother texture, or leave chunky for a rustic feel.
  7. Add salt to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving hot.

Notes

You can adapt this soup in many ways: add coconut milk for creaminess, blend for a smooth texture, or stir in herbs for a fresh finish. Perfect as a healing soup during cold season.