Creamy Carrot and Coriander (Printable)
Velvety carrot and coriander soup served with crispy golden Parmesan toasts for a comforting meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Soup
01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 800 g carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
07 - 1 liter vegetable stock
08 - 100 ml double cream
09 - 1 small bunch fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped (reserve some for garnish)
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For the Parmesan Toasts
11 - 4 slices crusty bread (baguette or sourdough)
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
13 - 60 g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic, sliced carrots, and diced potato. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat with aromatics.
03 - Sprinkle ground coriander over vegetables and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
04 - Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
05 - Remove from heat. Use a stick blender or transfer to a countertop blender to purée until completely smooth and velvety.
06 - Stir in double cream and most of chopped fresh coriander. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
07 - Preheat grill or broiler to high setting.
08 - Butter bread slices generously on one side and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
09 - Place bread on baking tray and grill for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted, golden, and bubbling.
10 - Ladle hot soup into bowls, garnish with reserved coriander leaves, and serve with Parmesan toasts on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The texture is impossibly silky without any fancy techniques
- Ground coriander brings this warm citrusy brightness that cuts through the cream perfectly
- Those Parmesan toasts transform a simple lunch into something restaurant worthy
02 -
- Letting the vegetables become completely tender before blending is non negotiable for smooth results
- Add the cream only after removing from heat to prevent separation
- The potato is essential for texture and cannot be skipped
03 -
- A stick blender saves dishes and prevents hot soup accidents
- Grating your own Parmesan makes a huge difference in melting quality