Preparation

1. Step 1

   In a pressure cooker, melt the butter and add bay leaf, black cardamom, cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, garlic, ginger, and onion. Lightly fry the onion until translucent.
2. Step 2

   Add carrot, beetroot, potato, tomato, salt, and turmeric powder. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
3. Step 3

   Remove the whole spices from the mixture and blend the cooked vegetables in a mixer until smooth.
4. Step 4

   Strain the blended mixture to remove any solids. Add water as needed to adjust the consistency.
5. Step 5

   Place the strained soup on the stove and boil for 5-6 minutes. Once it boils well, add salt, black pepper, sugar, tomato ketchup, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly and serve hot.