Indian gazpacho

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
6largesTomatoes, blanched, skinned
1largeRed onion
1largeGreen or red bell pepper
2bunchesRadishes, trimmed
3largesCarrots
3largesCelery ribs
2mediumsCucumbers, unpeeled
2eachesHot green chilies, seeded
6largesGarlic cloves, peeled
2tablespoonsOlive oil
½cupTomato paste
cupVegetable stock
cupDry red wine
Salt

Directions

Chop all vegetables & put in large bowl with the rest of the ingredients. Stir well. Blend in stages until there are no vegetable chunks left, but don't let the soup become too thin. Add salt to taste & chill before serving.

Adapted from Ismail Merchant, "Indian Cuisine"