TOMATO, CHILLI AND MINT SOUP

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This was inspired by a pot of soup I bought for my lunch from Delifonseca, a lovely deli and restuarant in Liverpool, UK. It was totally delicious. I tried to recreate it at home and while I didn't get it 100% the same I did make a really good approximation. I think it could be enhanced with a dollop of cream or creme fraiche if you want to but it's not vital.

Provided by bewildergirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped (small)
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 celery ribs, really finely chopped
1 kg tomatoes (around 14 large toms)
1 pint chicken stock
1 tablespoon tomato puree
chili (HALF, chopped, add more if you like it really hot)
1 pinch salt
pepper
1 bunch of fresh mint (small)

Steps:

  • Boil some water and immerse the tomatoes to remove the skins.
  • Sweat down the celery, onion and garlic in the oil till transparent.
  • Chop the skinned tomatoes and add to the pan cook down for about 10 mins and , add the chicken stock and cook gently for about 20 minutes.
  • Check the seasoning and add salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Add the chilli & puree and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the freshly chopped mint and whizz with a blender till smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 241, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 5.7

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