Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1 lb carrot, thinly sliced
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 cup carrot juice
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons rice
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Method

  • In a saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat, add the onions and garlic, cook stirring frequently for 5 minutes, until onions are golden in color.
  • Stir in the carrots, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric and paprika, cook for 1 minute. Add in the corrot juice, tomato paste, rice, salt, pepper and 2 cups of water, bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to simmer, cover and cook for 20 - 30 minutes.
  • Transfer to a food processor and puree until smooth.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve.