Spicy Carrot-Coconut Soup Recipe

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Spicy Carrot-Coconut Soup with a kick
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 -3 tablespoons olives or 2 -3 tablespoons sunflower oil
2 onions ( sliced )
3 garlic cloves ( coarsely chopped )
1 tablespoon ginger ( chopped ) ( optional )
1 cayenne pepper ( sliced , removing seeds optional )
500 -600 g carrots ( chopped )
4 tomatoes ( diced )
2 vegetable bouillon cubes
1 1/2 liters water
400 ml coconut milk
1/2 cup cilantro , as garnish
1 lime

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
190
Sugar
9g
Fat
17g
This spicy carrot-coconut soup is perfect for a cold winter day when you need a warm and comforting bowl of soup to cozy up to. The soup has a vibrant orange color and a creamy texture. The heat from the cayenne pepper gives it a nice kick and the coconut milk adds a rich and creamy flavor. This soup is easy to make and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a lazy weekend lunch. The garnish of cilantro adds a nice contrast to the creamy soup and gives it a fresh and herby flavor.

Instructions

1.Heat up a large pot with oil on medium heat.
2.Add in the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.
3.Add in the garlic, ginger, and cayenne pepper and cook until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes.
4.Add in the chopped carrots and diced tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5.Dissolve the vegetable bouillon cubes in the water and add it to the pot.
6.Bring the soup to a simmer and cook until the carrots are tender, about 25-30 minutes.
7.Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
8.Stir in the coconut milk and lime juice and heat through.
9.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10.Serve hot and garnish with cilantro leaves.

PROS

This soup is flavorful and has a nice kick from the cayenne pepper.

It’s vegan and gluten-free.

Carrots are high in vitamin A, which is good for your eyesight and immune system.

Coconut milk contains healthy fats and can help boost brain function.

CONS

The soup can be too spicy for some people.

The coconut milk can raise the calorie and fat content of the soup if used excessively.

Some people may find the ginger flavor overpowering.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and beta-carotene.
The cayenne pepper can help boost metabolism and aid in digestion.
The ginger may have anti-inflammatory effects and has been linked to reducing nausea.

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