Velvety Carrot-Ginger Delight
Inspired by the beloved recipe from Nicavid's Bakery & Cafe in San Antonio, this Velvety Carrot-Ginger Delight soup is a warm embrace in a bowl. Featuring the natural sweetness of fresh carrots and the zesty kick of ginger, this creamy concoction is perfect for nourishing the body and soul. Served hot as a comforting meal or chilled for a refreshing appetizer, this soup is sure to impress family and friends alike. It’s the perfect blend of flavors that can brighten any table, making it an ideal dish for gatherings or cozy nights in.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
vegetable oil
3-4 tablespoons (none)
medium carrots
12 (chopped (about 5 cups))
onion
1/2 (chopped (about 1 cup))
celery stalks
2 (chopped)
fresh ginger
2 pieces (walnut-sized, peeled and smashed (or to taste))
chicken stock
2 (14 ounce) cans (or homemade)
heavy whipping cream
3 1/2 cups (none)
salt
to taste (none)
pepper
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2
Add the chopped carrots, onions, celery, and smashed ginger to the pan, stirring occasionally. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 10-12 minutes.
3
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Allow it to cook for 5 minutes.
4
Reduce the heat to low and carefully add the heavy whipping cream. Increase the heat slightly to bring it back to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes so the flavors can meld.
5
Remove the saucepan from heat. In batches, transfer the soup to a blender or food processor. Puree until completely smooth. If desired, strain through a fine-mesh sieve back into the saucepan for an ultra-smooth texture.
6
Return the soup to low heat and season generously with salt and pepper, adjusting to your taste before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What inspired the Velvety Carrot-Ginger Delight recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a beloved soup from Nicavid's Bakery & Cafe in San Antonio.
What is the primary flavor profile of this soup?
The soup features the natural sweetness of fresh carrots combined with a zesty kick from fresh ginger.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients: vegetable oil, medium carrots, onion, celery, fresh ginger, chicken stock, heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper.
How many carrots should I use?
You will need 12 medium carrots, which equals approximately 5 cups when chopped.
How should the ginger be prepared?
The ginger should be peeled and smashed into walnut-sized pieces.
Can I serve this soup cold?
Yes, while it is comforting when served hot, it can also be served chilled as a refreshing appetizer.
How long do I sauté the vegetables?
The carrots, onions, celery, and ginger should be sautéed for about 10-12 minutes until softened and fragrant.
What type of stock is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for two 14-ounce cans of chicken stock or homemade stock.
How much heavy whipping cream is needed?
The recipe requires 3 1/2 cups of heavy whipping cream.
How long should the soup boil after adding the stock?
The mixture should be brought to a rolling boil and cooked for 5 minutes.
When do I add the heavy whipping cream?
Add the cream after the initial 5-minute boil, then reduce the heat to low before bringing it back to a gentle simmer.
How long should the soup simmer after adding the cream?
It should simmer for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
How do I achieve a smooth texture?
Puree the soup in a blender or food processor until completely smooth.
Is there a way to make the soup even smoother?
Yes, you can strain the pureed soup through a fine-mesh sieve back into the saucepan.
Can this soup be made vegan?
Yes, it is tagged as vegan optional. You can substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock and use a plant-based cream alternative.
What seasonings are used in the final step?
The soup is seasoned generously with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
How much onion is needed?
Use 1/2 of an onion, which is about 1 cup when chopped.
How many celery stalks are required?
The recipe calls for 2 chopped celery stalks.
What kind of oil should I use for sautéing?
The recipe recommends 3-4 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as healthy and focuses on fresh vegetable ingredients.
What should I do if the soup is too thick?
You can adjust the consistency by adding a little more stock or cream while reheating.
Where is Nicavid's Bakery & Cafe located?
Nicavid's Bakery & Cafe is located in San Antonio.
Should the ginger be left in the soup?
The ginger is pureed along with the other vegetables to incorporate its flavor fully into the soup.
Is the soup spicy?
It has a zesty kick from the ginger, but it is not traditionally spicy unless extra pepper is added.
Can I use a food processor instead of a blender?
Yes, either a blender or a food processor will work to puree the soup.
Is this soup good for gatherings?
Yes, its impressive blend of flavors makes it ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Do I need to peel the carrots?
While the recipe says 'chopped,' it is standard practice to peel carrots for a velvety smooth soup texture.
Can I adjust the amount of ginger?
Yes, the recipe suggests 2 walnut-sized pieces or to your personal taste.
How many tags are associated with this recipe?
There are 8 tags: soup, vegetable, carrot, ginger, creamy, comfort food, vegan optional, and healthy.
What is the final step before serving?
The final step is to return the soup to low heat and season it with salt and pepper.