- It turned out too sweet. What should I do?
- Add a little lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. Acidity balances out the sweetness.
- Can I use coconut cream?
- Yes, in fact, it will be even creamier. If too thick, dilute with water or stock.
Creamy coconut and honey carrot soup
The natural sweetness of carrots is highlighted by honey and coconut milk in this silky soup. The secret is 'sweating' the carrots: slowly steaming them in spicy oil to release carotenoids and concentrate flavours. Ginger and turmeric add not only colour but a warming, slightly piquant contrast that balances the sweetness. Perfect 'comfort food' for chilly days.
Ingredients
500
g
Carrots
1
pc
Onion
2
cloves
Garlic
400
ml
Coconut milk (tinned)
1
tbsp
Honey
2
tbsp
Olive oil
700
ml
Vegetable stock
1
tsp
Ground ginger
1
pinch
Ground turmeric
1
tsp
Salt
1
pinch
Black pepper
2
tbsp
Coconut chips (toasted, for serving)
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Equipment Needed
- Saucepan
- Stick blender
- Peeler
Instructions
1
✓
Peel the carrots and slice them evenly. Chop the onion and garlic finely.
Tip: The thinner the carrot, the faster it cooks.
2
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Sweat the onion in the oil until translucent. Add the carrots, ginger, and turmeric. Fry for 5 minutes, stirring.
Tip: Frying spices (fat solubility) intensifies the aromas.
3
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Pour in the stock, season with salt and pepper. Cook covered for 20 minutes until the carrots are butter-soft.
Tip: Check with a fork: if it falls apart, it's done.
4
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Remove from heat. Blend until completely smooth with a stick blender.
Tip: Be careful with the hot liquid!
5
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Stir in the coconut milk and honey. Warm through (do not boil vigorously).
Tip: Just warm it up with the coconut milk to retain its freshness.
6
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Serve with toasted coconut chips.
Tip: The soup is creamy, the chips are crunchy - good contrast.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 500 g Carrots
- 1 pc Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 400 ml Coconut milk (tinned)
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 700 ml Vegetable stock
- 1 tsp Ground ginger
- 1 pinch Ground turmeric
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Coconut chips (toasted, for serving)