Senegalese Curry and Apple Soup
Experience a vibrant twist on traditional Senegalese flavors with our Senegalese Curry and Apple Soup. A delightful blend of fresh tart apples, aromatic curry spices, and wholesome vegetables come together in a creamy and rich broth that's as nutritious as it is flavorful. Often served chilled to capture the refreshing tang of its African origins, this soup is equally enjoyable when served warm for a comforting and exotic taste experience. Our version is inspired by the famous '21' restaurant and promises to captivate your palate with its intricate layers of taste and texture.
8
Servings
225
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tart apples
3 (peeled, cored, and chopped)
Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons (none)
Carrots
2 (chopped)
Large white onion
1 (chopped)
Raisins
1/4 cup (none)
Garlic clove
1 (chopped)
Curry powder
3 tablespoons (none)
All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons (none)
Chicken broth
8 cups (none)
Canned tomato puree
1 tablespoon (none)
Heavy cream
1/2 cup (none)
Mango chutney
2 1/2 tablespoons (as garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and chopping them into small pieces.
2
In a large, heavy pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter begins to foam, add the apples, chopped carrots, chopped onion, raisins, and chopped garlic.
3
Stir frequently and cook the mixture until the fruits and vegetables start to soften, about 10 to 12 minutes.
4
Sprinkle the curry powder over the mixture and stir for one minute to release its aroma.
5
Add the all-purpose flour and continue stirring for an additional two minutes to integrate and thicken.
6
Gradually add the chicken broth and canned tomato puree, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
7
Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer gently, covered, for about 1 hour and 20 minutes to deepen the flavors.
8
After the simmering period, gently stir in the heavy cream and add salt to taste. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
9
Remove the pot from heat and allow the soup to cool slightly.
10
Using a blender or food processor, puree the soup in batches until completely smooth.
11
Pass the pureed soup through a fine sieve into a large bowl to achieve a velvety texture.
12
Serve the soup warm or refrigerate it for 2 to 3 hours if a chilled version is preferred.
13
Before serving, garnish each bowl with a dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of mango chutney.
Nutrition Information
11.3g
Fat
26.9g
Carbs
4.1g
Protein
3.1g
Fiber
13.8g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Senegalese Curry and Apple Soup?
It is a vibrant soup featuring a blend of fresh tart apples, aromatic curry spices, and wholesome vegetables in a creamy and rich broth.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 225 calories.
Can this soup be served cold?
Yes, it is often served chilled to capture its refreshing tang, but it can also be enjoyed warm.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is 11.3g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content?
The soup provides 4.1g of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 26.9g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fiber does this soup have?
It contains 3.1g of fiber per serving.
What is the sugar content per serving?
There is 13.8g of sugar in each serving.
What kind of apples should be used?
The recipe calls for 3 tart apples, peeled, cored, and chopped.
What restaurant inspired this version?
This recipe is inspired by the famous '21' restaurant.
How much curry powder is needed?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of curry powder.
What type of broth is used?
The recipe uses 8 cups of chicken broth.
How long should the soup simmer initially?
It should simmer gently for about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
What garnish is recommended?
A dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of mango chutney is recommended for garnish.
Is there cream in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 cup of heavy cream is added toward the end of cooking.
How much butter is required?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
Does the recipe include raisins?
Yes, it includes 1/4 cup of raisins.
What vegetables are included?
The soup includes 2 carrots, 1 large white onion, and 1 garlic clove.
How long do you cook the fruits and vegetables initially?
They should be cooked for about 10 to 12 minutes until they start to soften.
What is the purpose of the flour?
2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour are used as a thickening agent.
How much tomato puree is added?
1 tablespoon of canned tomato puree is used.
How do you achieve a velvety texture?
Puree the soup until smooth and then pass it through a fine sieve.
How long should the soup be refrigerated if served chilled?
It should be refrigerated for 2 to 3 hours.
When do you add the heavy cream?
The heavy cream is stirred in after the initial 80-minute simmer.
How long do you simmer after adding the cream?
Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes after adding the cream.
Can this recipe be made vegetarian?
Yes, by substituting the chicken broth with vegetable broth, the recipe can be adapted for vegetarians.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Salt is added to taste after the heavy cream is stirred in.
How is the garlic prepared?
The 1 garlic clove should be chopped before being added to the pot.
What are the primary flavor profiles?
The soup features a mix of tart, aromatic, exotic, and creamy flavors.