Smooth Carrot Ginger (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 medium onion, diced
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2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
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1 tablespoon butter
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3-4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Soup
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Salt and pepper, to season
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1/2 teaspoon Italian herb mix
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1 can (13.5 oz) of coconut milk
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4 cups of vegetable or chicken stock
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2 pounds of carrots, peeled and sliced
# Instructions:
01 -
Melt the butter with oil in a big pot. Toss in the onions and cook them gently until golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add ginger, garlic, and herb seasoning. Stir and let it cook for another minute.
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Pour in the broth with the carrot slices. Bring it to a bubbling boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer covered for 20-25 minutes, or until carrots soften.
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Cool the soup a little, then blend until silky smooth. Pour it back into the pot, mix in the coconut milk, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
# Notes:
01 -
Adjust ginger if you prefer a milder flavor.
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An immersion blender works great here too.
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Let it cool first to avoid blender mishaps.