PEA AND CORIANDER SOUP

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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pints (900 milliliters/3 3/4 cups) homemade chicken stock
2 ounces (50 grams/1/2 stick) butter
5 ounces finely chopped (150 grams/1 cup) onion
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound (450 grams/4 cups) peas (good quality frozen are fine)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander, plus whole leaves for garnish
Sugar, for seasoning
Softly whipped cream, for garnish

Steps:

Bring the chicken stock to a boil. Melt the butter on a gentle heat and add the onions, garlic, and chilli. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper and sweat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the peas and cover with the hot stock. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes. Add the coriander and puree the liquid in a blender. Season with salt, freshly ground pepper and a pinch of sugar, which enhances the flavour even further. Serve with a swirl of softly whipped cream and a few fresh coriander leaves sprinkled over the top.