Ham and Tomato Soup with Spices

Ham and Tomato Soup with Spices is a easy Indian recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Pankaj Sharma on YouTube.

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 40 min

Cost: $6.70 total, $1.68 per serving

Ingredients

  • 200 g Smoked ham (cut into cubes)
  • 4 unités Fresh tomatoes (cut into cubes)
  • 1 botte Fresh cilantro (leaves only, chopped)
  • 1 c. à café Turmeric (powder)
  • 1 c. à café Garam masala
  • 2 c. à soupe Vegetable oil
  • 800 ml Water
  • 1 c. à café Salt (or to taste)
  • ½ c. à café Black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients

    Cut the smoked ham into cubes, the tomatoes into cubes and chop the cilantro. Measure the spices.

    Time: PT5M

  2. Sauté the ham

    In the pot, heat the oil over medium heat and add the ham. Brown it for 3‑4 minutes, stirring.

    Time: PT4M

    Temperature: moyen

  3. Add the spices

    Sprinkle the turmeric and garam masala over the ham. Stir quickly for 30 seconds to release the aromas.

    Time: PT1M

  4. Incorporate the tomatoes and water

    Add the tomato cubes, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.

    Time: PT5M

    Temperature: ébullition

  5. Simmer the soup

    Reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 minutes until the tomatoes break down slightly.

    Time: PT10M

    Temperature: faible

  6. Finishing and serving

    Remove from heat, stir in the chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
250
Protein
15 g
Carbohydrates
12 g
Fat
15 g
Fiber
3 g

Dietary info: gluten-free, high in protein, low-carb, low-calorie

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Ham and Tomato Soup with Spices

Recipe by Pankaj Sharma

A comforting soup made with smoked ham, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, turmeric and garam masala, inspired by the spicy notes featured in Pankaj Sharma's video.

EasyIndianServes 4

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Source Video
12m
Prep
15m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
37m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$6.70
Total cost
$1.68
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Sauté the ham without burning it
  • Add the spices without scorching them

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot pot with oven mitts.
  • Watch out for hot oil splatters while cooking the ham.

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