OTAI Canteloupe & Mango. Leeks & Potato Soup. #tonga #polynesian #cooking #mukbang #leeks #otai

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier and more flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier and has a high smoke point.

bay leaves

Dried herbs can be used as a substitute.

Cut off the dirty parts of the leeks and slice them thinly.

Chop the potatoes into small pieces.

Add olive oil and 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) of unsalted butter to a pot and heat until golden brown.

Add the sliced leeks and red onion to the pot and caramelize them.

Add minced garlic to the pot and mix well.

Pour in chicken broth and add the chopped potatoes, bay leaves, and thyme.

Season with sea salt and black pepper.

Cook until the potatoes are soft, then remove the bay leaves.

Blend the soup using a hand blender until smooth.

Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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Equipment Needed

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