Carrot soup puree with curry

4 servings

30 minutes

Carrot curry soup is a fragrant dish of Indian cuisine that combines the sweetness of carrots with the spicy warmth of curry. Its origin is linked to traditional Indian gastronomy, where spices play a key role in creating rich flavor compositions. The soup's delicate consistency is achieved through careful blending, while butter adds creaminess. Lemon juice refreshes and adds a slight tanginess, balancing the sweetness of the carrots. This soup is perfect as a light warming dish, especially on cool days. It is served with cilantro, which adds freshness and enhances the aroma. It can be used as a main dish or as an exquisite appetizer before spicy Indian meals. It is not only tasty but also healthy due to its high content of vitamins and antioxidants.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 215.5
• Proteins: 6.4g
• Fats: 10.8g
• Carbohydrates: 24.5g

Ingredients

• Butter: 2 tbsp
• Onion: 240 g
• Curry: 1 tsp
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Chicken broth: 2 glass
• Carrot: 1 kg
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Chopped cilantro (coriander): 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion, curry, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of pepper. Sauté until soft for about 5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 2 tablespoons
   • Onion: 240 g
   • Curry: 1 teaspoon
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Pour in the broth and 3 cups of water, add the peeled and chopped carrots. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken broth: 2 glasss
   • Carrot: 1 kg

3. Blend the soup in a blender until pureed, adding more water to reach your desired consistency. Add lemon juice to taste and serve, garnished with cilantro.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Chopped cilantro (coriander): 2 tablespoons