Instructions: First of all simmer the tomatoes in the water for 10 minutes breaking them up with a wooden spoon.

While this is happening fry the onion in the ghee or oil until it has softened (about 5 minutes) then add the onion to the tomatoes.

Now mix the wholewheat flour to a paste with a little of the liquid and then add this to the tomatoes.

Next add all the remaining ingredients and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.

Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Next strain the mixture through a sieve forcing it through with the back of a spoon.

Then reheat it pour into buttered bowls and serve.

Serve with a spoonful of yoghurt swirled into buttered soup bowls

Serves 4

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