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Carrot Soup

Cultural Context

Carrot soup has roots in French cuisine, often celebrated for its simplicity and depth of flavor. Traditionally, it was a way to utilize seasonal produce, showcasing the natural sweetness of carrots. Today, variations abound worldwide, with spices and herbs reflecting local tastes, making it a beloved comfort food.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups carrots
1 cup green pepper
1 large onion
4 cloves crushed garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 Royko cubes
1 teaspoon Royko powder
1 tablespoon curry powder
4 cups water
1/2 cup cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth enhances flavor without extra cost.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: none

Turmeric offers a similar warmth and color.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while remaining neutral.

1

Slice the onions without any specific sides.

2

Add crushed garlic and ginger paste to the onions.

3

Stir the mixture and add water.

4

Add sea salt and spices including turmeric, cayenne pepper, Royko cubes, and curry powder.

5

Add chopped green pepper and let the mixture boil.

6

Blend the soup until smooth.

7

Let the soup continue boiling in the same pot after blending.

8

Garnish with a bit of cream before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potimmersion blendercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Carrot PuréeCarrot Bisque
Local Name: Soupe de carottes

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