Carrot Celeriac Chilli Soup (Printable)

Sweet carrots and earthy celeriac simmered with aromatic spices in a warming, spiced broth.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb 2 oz carrots, peeled and diced
02 - 10.5 oz celeriac, peeled and diced
03 - 1 medium onion, chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Spices & Aromatics

05 - 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp ground coriander
08 - 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
09 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

→ Liquids

10 - 4 cups vegetable stock, gluten-free
11 - 2 tbsp olive oil
12 - 1/2 lemon, juiced

→ Seasoning & Garnish

13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
14 - Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped (optional)
15 - Coconut yogurt, dairy-free (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in the chilli and all spices including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until the spices release their aromatics.
03 - Add the diced carrots and celeriac to the saucepan, stirring well to coat all vegetables with the spiced oil.
04 - Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are completely tender.
05 - Remove from heat and blend using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy, or blend in batches using a countertop blender.
06 - Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
07 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs and a swirl of coconut yogurt if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The natural sweetness of the carrots beautifully balances the earthiness of celeriac, creating layers of flavor that unfold with each spoonful.
  • You can adjust the chilli to make it as mild or fiery as you like, perfect for those evenings when you need something to warm you from the inside out.
02 -
  • Dont rush the simmering process, as the longer cooking time allows the celeriac to fully soften and release its unique flavor into the broth.
  • When blending hot soup, always work in smaller batches if using a countertop blender and never fill more than halfway, otherwise you risk a steam explosion that will redecorate your kitchen ceiling.
03 -
  • When choosing celeriac, look for firm, heavy specimens without soft spots, and dont worry about the gnarly appearance, its the flavor youre after.
  • Roasting the carrots and celeriac before adding them to the soup intensifies their natural sweetness and adds a subtle smoky dimension that transforms this simple soup into something extraordinary.
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