Carrot soup with ginger

Carrot soup with ginger is a warm and comforting dish that combines the sweetness of carrots with the zesty kick of ginger. Here's a simple and flavorful recipe for you to try:

Carrot Soup with Ginger

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
• 6 cups carrots, peeled and chopped (about 6-8 medium carrots)
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup coconut milk or heavy cream (optional, for creaminess)
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish (optional)
• Lemon juice, to taste (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Sauté aromatics

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 2: Cook the carrots

1. Add the chopped carrots to the pot and stir well.
2. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.

Step 3: Blend the soup

1. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth. Be careful with hot liquids!

Step 4: Add seasonings and creaminess

1. Return the soup to the pot if using a blender. Stir in the ground cumin and coriander, if using.
2. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. If desired, stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream for added creaminess.

Step 5: Final touches

1. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
2. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.

Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or as a light starter. Enjoy!