Spicy Carrot Ginger Soup (Printer-Friendly Version)

A warming blend of carrots, fresh ginger, and spices for a cozy and flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 5 cups diced carrots
02 - 1 yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
05 - Cilantro, fresh, for garnish

→ Spices and Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
07 - 2 tablespoons red curry paste
08 - 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids

10 - 900 milliliters vegetable broth
11 - 1 can low-fat coconut milk (approximately 13.5 fl oz)
12 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Garnishes

13 - Sour cream, for serving

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced carrots and onions, cooking until onions turn translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic, fresh ginger, ground turmeric, and red curry paste to the pot. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth, coconut milk, and Sriracha. Season with salt and pepper. Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently for one hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
05 - Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
06 - Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a spoonful of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

# Additional Tips:

01 - For a smoother texture, strain the soup through a fine mesh sieve after blending.