Mulligatawny Soup

Warm, tangy and full of gentle curry flavor, Mulligatawny Soup is one of the most historic soups in Indian cuisine, and a comforting, flavorful starter at Curry Gate. It comes from Madras (now Chennai) in South India, and it's a soup with a story as rich as its flavor.

The name comes from the Tamil words milagu thanni, meaning "pepper water." It was originally a thin, peppery South Indian broth, similar to the traditional rasam. During the colonial era, British families living in Madras fell in love with it and adapted it into a heartier soup. It then traveled around the world and became one of the best-known Indian soups in the West. Today it's a classic on Indian restaurant menus, loved for its unique tangy, spiced flavor.

Our Mulligatawny Soup is made in the traditional Madras style. It's a warm, tangy broth seasoned with aromatic curry spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric and black pepper. Traditionally it's made with lentils, which give it a smooth, hearty body, along with onions, garlic and ginger. It's finished with a bright, tangy touch, often from lemon or tamarind, which gives Mulligatawny its signature flavor.

The result is a soup that is tangy, peppery, warming and gently spiced, with the comforting taste of curry in every spoonful. It's lighter than a curry but more flavorful than most soups, a good way to start a meal or warm up on a cool day.

Mulligatawny Soup is a great starter before curries, biryani or momo. It also pairs well with warm Butter Naan or Garlic Naan for dipping.

Whether you're warming up at lunch in Uptown, starting dinner in South End, or picking up a comforting soup near NoDa, Curry Gate brings authentic Indian and Nepali flavors to Charlotte, NC. Order Mulligatawny Soup for dine-in, pickup or delivery.

FAQ

What is Mulligatawny Soup? Mulligatawny Soup is a traditional tangy, curry-flavored soup from Madras (Chennai) in South India, typically made with lentils, curry spices and a tangy finish.

What does "Mulligatawny" mean? The name comes from the Tamil words milagu thanni, meaning "pepper water."

What does Mulligatawny Soup taste like? It's tangy, peppery and warmly spiced, with a comforting curry flavor and a smooth, hearty texture.

Is Mulligatawny Soup spicy? It has a gentle, peppery warmth from the curry spices. It's flavorful rather than very hot.

What goes well with Mulligatawny Soup? It pairs well with naan for dipping and makes a great starter before any curry or biryani.