Curried Potato and Pea Soup

• onion↗1⁄2 cup

  diced

• potato↗1 cup

  1/2-inch dice

• garlic cloves↗2

  minced

• all-purpose flour↗1 tablespoon
• curry powder↗1 tablespoon
• garam masala↗1 teaspoon
• red pepper flakes↗1

  pinch

• chicken broth↗2 cups
• whole milk↗1 cup
• sugar↗2 teaspoons
• frozen baby peas1 cup
• lime↗1⁄2

  juice of

• salt↗
• yogurt↗
• chopped fresh cilantro (Chinese parsley)1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Saute potatoes, onion, and garlic in butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in flour and spices; saute for about 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add the broth, milk, and sugar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.

4. 4

   Stir in the peas and cook uncovered for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Season with lime juice and salt.

6. 6

   Garnish with a dollop of yogurt and cilantro.