Mulligatawny soup

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large lidded pan or casserole and cook the cumin and mustard seeds for a few minutes until they begin to pop, then add all of the grated veg, along with a large pinch of salt. Put on the lid and cook gently for 20 minutes, stirring regularly, until softened.

Step 2

Stir in the shredded chicken and curry powder, and cook for a few minutes before pouring in the stock. Simmer for 5 minutes, then add the rice and cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through. Season and serve scattered with coriander leaves.