Smoked zucchini cream soup

2 servings

35 minutes

Smoked zucchini cream soup is a harmonious blend of smoky aroma and delicate creamy texture that transports us to the cozy corners of Turkish cuisine. The smoked zucchini adds a refined taste with a subtle nutty note, while the combination of potatoes, carrots, and cream makes it rich and velvety. This soup is perfect for a cool evening, providing comfort and warmth from within. In Turkish gastronomy, smoking vegetables is used to add depth of flavor, and this soup is a great example of how simple ingredients can turn into a masterpiece. It is served with crispy croutons that complement its softness with contrasting texture, making each spoonful a true delight.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 276.4
• Proteins: 4.7g
• Fats: 17.2g
• Carbohydrates: 27.1g

Ingredients

• Water: 500 ml
• Young zucchini: 200 g
• Potato: 150 g
• Onion: 100 g
• Vegetable oil: 15 ml
• Butter: 10 g
• Carrot: 50 g
• Cream: 100 g
• Salt: 2 g

Cooking steps

1. Cut the zucchini in half.

   Required ingredients:

   • Young zucchini: 200 g

2. To smoke it at home, take a pot, add alder chips, cover them with a sieve, place the zucchini on top, and put it on the fire. As the chips heat up, they start to smoke; thus, you need to smoke the zucchini for 15-20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Young zucchini: 200 g

3. Sauté onion, carrot, and potato separately in vegetable oil, adding butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 100 g
   • Carrot: 50 g
   • Potato: 150 g
   • Vegetable oil: 15 ml
   • Butter: 10 g

4. Add smoked zucchini, pour in water, and boil for 20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Young zucchini: 200 g
   • Water: 500 ml

5. Blend, adding cream and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 100 g
   • Salt: 2 g

6. Serve with white bread croutons