Creamy Crimini Mushroom and Miso Soup

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 14

Creamy Crimini Mushroom and Miso Soup recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons coconut oil
	4 1/2 cups cremini mushrooms , sliced ( about 3/4 of a pound )
	3 garlic cloves , chopped , plus 1 whole clove
	4 cups vegetable broth
	2 tablespoons yellow miso
	kelp , flakes
	truffle oil ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

Fat

12g

Creamy Crimini Mushroom and Miso Soup is a hearty and nutritious soup that is perfect for a chilly day. This recipe combines earthy cremini mushrooms with the savory flavor of yellow miso for a comforting and satisfying meal. Served hot, this soup is perfect for warming up and filling up your stomach. The addition of truffle oil and kelp flakes provides an extra depth of flavor and some added nutrition to the recipe.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat.
2.	Add sliced mushrooms and chopped garlic to the pot and cook until mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5 minutes.
3.	Add vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in yellow miso and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
4.	Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
5.	Serve hot, optionally topped with kelp flakes and a drizzle of truffle oil.

PROS

This soup is rich and creamy, perfect for a cozy night in.

The combination of mushrooms and miso provides a savory, umami flavor that is both satisfying and comforting.

CONS

The use of coconut oil in this recipe makes it high in saturated fat, though it is a healthier alternative to other oils such as vegetable or canola oil.

Some people may not enjoy the earthy, mushroom flavor of the soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup has a number of health benefits, including:
– Cremini mushrooms are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
– Miso is a fermented food that contains beneficial probiotics which can promote gut health.
– Coconut oil is believed to boost metabolism and help with weight loss when consumed in moderation.
– Kelp flakes are an excellent source of iodine, which is important for thyroid health.