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.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 320 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

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

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

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

Remove from heat. Blend until completely smooth with a stick blender.

Tip: Be careful with the hot liquid!
5

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

Serve with toasted coconut chips.

Tip: The soup is creamy, the chips are crunchy - good contrast.

Recipe FAQ

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.

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)