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Ginger, Carrot, and Yam Soup – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Ginger, Carrot, and Yam Soup

A stunning golden-orange soup packed with immune-boosting vitamins. With a gentle warmth from ginger and a surprising hint of sweetness from orange and apple, this soup is pure, velvety comfort in a bowl.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 cup
Calories: 98

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) coconut or olive oil
  • 1/2 small onion, sliced
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped ginger
  • 4 cups (960 ml) (1 L) water
  • 4 cups (960 ml) (1 L) chopped carrots
  • 2 cups (500 mL) peeled, chopped yams
  • 1 medium orange, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • 2 tsp (10 mL) whole coriander seed, or 1 tsp / 5 mL ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) allspice
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) apple juice
  • For an extra creamy and rich soup, stir in a splash of full-fat coconut milk along with the apple juice at the end.
  • This soup freezes beautifully. Pour cooled soup into freezer-safe containers and store for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat gently on the stove.

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onion and chopped ginger, cooking for 3-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Pour in the water and add the chopped carrots, yams, orange, coriander, salt, allspice, and nutmeg.
  4. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the carrots and yams are fork-tender.
  6. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches (or use an immersion blender directly in the pot) and blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  7. Return the puréed soup to the pot.
  8. Stir in the apple juice and gently reheat over low heat until warmed through.
  9. Do not let it boil again.
  10. When blending hot liquids, remove the small cap from the blender lid and cover the opening with a folded kitchen towel. This allows steam to escape safely and prevents pressure buildup.
  11. Garnish with a swirl of coconut cream, a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds, or fresh cilantro for added texture and flavour.

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 2g

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