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Spicy Miso Carrot Soup

Spicy Miso Carrot Soup: A Cozy Vegan Comfort Bowl

A nourishing and simple Spicy Miso Carrot Soup that offers a delightful balance of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for a quick meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Carrots Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 3 tablespoons Miso Paste Red or white varieties
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
For the Creaminess
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat recommended
For the Seasoning
  • to taste Sriracha Adjust based on spice preference
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat for about 1 minute until shimmering.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  3. Incorporate chopped carrots, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Add vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer, covering the pot and simmering for 15-20 minutes until carrots are tender.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a standard blender.
  6. Mix a ladle of hot soup with miso paste in a separate bowl until dissolved, then return to the pot.
  7. Pour in coconut milk and soy sauce, mixing thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with Sriracha if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Miso matters: avoid boiling after adding miso to preserve its health benefits. You can customize flavors with additional spices or vegetables as desired.

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