Marrow Vegetable Soup
Equipment
- Large saucepan or stockpot
- Wooden spoon
- Knife and chopping board
- Hand blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 onions peeled and chopped
- 2 carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 potatoes peeled and chopped
- 1 marrow approximately 1.5kg, washed and chopped
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 500 ml vegetable stock
- 50 g creamed coconut
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup vegan cream optional
- 4 tablespoons chives chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Sauté The Onions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until they become soft and translucent.
Add Root Vegetables
- Incorporate the chopped carrots and potatoes into the saucepan. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the vegetables to begin softening.
Introduce The Marrow
- Add the chopped marrow to the mixture. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, ensuring all vegetables are well combined and starting to tenderize.
Season With Curry Powder
- Sprinkle the curry powder over the vegetables, stirring thoroughly to ensure an even coating. This step enhances the soup's depth of flavor.
Add Stock And Creamed Coconut
- Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Crumble the creamed coconut into the saucepan, stirring until it fully dissolves, imparting a subtle creaminess to the soup.
Cook Until Tender
- Allow the soup to simmer for approximately 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are cooked through and tender.
Blend The Soup
- For a smooth consistency, use a hand blender to puree the soup directly in the saucepan until it reaches your desired texture. Alternatively, for a chunkier soup, you can skip this step.
Season And Serve
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with vegan cream if desired, and garnish with chopped chives. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting warmth of this marrow vegetable soup.
Notes
Marrow's mild flavor allows it to absorb and complement the spices and seasonings used, making it a versatile ingredient in various culinary applications.