Carrot & Miso Soup: An Incredible Ultimate Comfort Recipe
A warm and comforting Carrot & Miso Soup that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the savory depth of miso paste. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cozy meals and offers a smooth, flavorful experience with optional garnishes to enhance taste and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons miso paste (preferably white or yellow)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until warm.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add Carrots and Ginger: Stir in the peeled and chopped carrots along with the grated fresh ginger, cooking for an additional 5 minutes to develop flavor.
- Pour in Broth: Add the vegetable broth to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, allow the soup to cool slightly prior to blending to avoid splattering.
- Stir in Miso: Dissolve the miso paste in a small bowl using a few tablespoons of the hot soup, then stir this mixture back into the pot to preserve the delicate flavors of the miso.
- Season: Taste the soup and add salt and black pepper as desired to enhance the flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with optional toppings such as green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro before serving.
Notes
- To deepen the flavor, you can roast the carrots before adding them to the pot.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half the soup and mix it back with the unblended portion.
- Miso should be added at the end of cooking and not boiled to maintain its probiotic benefits.
- Use low-sodium vegetable broth if monitoring salt intake.
- For a richer soup, a splash of coconut milk can be added before serving.
