CURRIED CARROT AND CORIANDER SOUP

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This warming soup is gently spices with cumin, cardamom and coriander and is also delicious served chilled on a hot summer's day.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon mild chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cardamom seed, crushed
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 1/3 lbs carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
8 tablespoons cilantro leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Spray a large non-stick saucepan with oil and place over a medium heat. Add the onion and fry for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  • Add the ground spices and garlic and continue to stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the carrots and 3.5 cups of water.
  • Bring to the boil, cover and then simmer gently for 25-30 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
  • Season well, allow to cool slightly then place in a food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Return the soup to the saucepan and reheat gently. Ladle into four warmed bowls, stir in the chopped cilantro and serve.

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