Best 5 Spicy Carrot And Ginger Soup With Harissa Recipes

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"Spicy Carrot and Ginger Soup with Harissa" is a culinary delight that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant flavors and warming properties. This soup strikes a perfect balance between heat and comfort, making it an ideal dish for a cold winter day. The combination of spicy carrot, ginger, and harissa creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weekday meal or a comforting dish to share with friends and family, this soup will surely hit the spot.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY CARROT AND GINGER SOUP WITH HARISSA RECIPE



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A creamy carrot soup flavored with cumin, ginger, and spicy North African harissa paste, with a toasted almond and parsley garnish.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     Sides     Soups and Stews     Soup

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 medium leek, white and pale green parts only, finely sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (about 2 teaspoons)
1 (2-inch) knob of ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 to 2 tablespoons harissa paste (see note)
2 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
1 1/2 quarts low-sodium homemade or store bought vegetable or chicken broth (see note)
Kosher salt
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice from 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add leeks, onions, garlic, and ginger, and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, and harissa paste and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots and stir to coat in spice mixture. Add broth (see note), season with a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, reduce to a bare simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are completely tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add pine nuts, reduce heat to low, and cook, tossing and stirring constantly, until fragrant and nutty brown, about 10 minute. Transfer to a bowl. Let cool for a few moments, then stir in parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
  • When carrots are tender, transfer half of soup to a blender. Start blender on lowest speed and slowly increase speed to high. With blender running, slowly drizzle in remaining 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Transfer soup to a clean pot, pressing it through a fine mesh strainer or chinois if desired. Repeat with remaining soup and 2 more tablespoons olive oil. When all the soup is puréed, season to taste with salt and whisk in lemon juice.
  • Serve soup immediately, topped with pine nut and parsley mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 382 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 24 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICY CARROT AND GINGER SOUP WITH HARISSA



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Carrot

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 medium leek, white and pale green parts only, finely sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (about 2 teaspoons)
1 (2-inch) knob of ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 to 2 tablespoons harissa paste (see note above)
2 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
1 1/2 quarts low-sodium homemade or store bought vegetable or chicken broth (see note above)
Kosher salt
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice from 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add leeks, onions, garlic, and ginger, and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, and harissa paste and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots and stir to coat in spice mixture. Add broth (see note above), season with a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, reduce to a bare simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are completely tender, about 20 minutes. 2 Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add pine nuts, reduce heat to low, and cook, tossing and stirring constantly, until fragrant and nutty brown, about 10 minute. Transfer to a bowl. Let cool for a few moments, then stir in parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. 3 When carrots are tender, transfer half of soup to a blender. Start blender on lowest speed and slowly increase speed to high. With blender running, slowly drizzle in remaining 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Transfer soup to a clean pot, pressing it through a fine mesh strainer or chinois if desired. Repeat with remaining soup and 2 more tablespoons olive oil. When all the soup is puréed, season to taste with salt and whisk in lemon juice. 4 Serve soup immediately, topped with pine nut and parsley mixture.

SPICY CARROT SOUP



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We stirred harissa, a hot chile sauce commonly used in North Africa, into this carrot-and-leek soup for a hint of heat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium leek, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick, rinsed well
1 bunch carrots (about 6), peeled and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick
2 teaspoons harissa
Coarse salt
3 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
Garnish: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook leek until just soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in carrots and harissa. Season with salt. Cook until carrots are just soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Add chicken stock, and bring to a simmer. Cook until vegetables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Puree half the soup in a blender until smooth. (For safety, remove cap from hole in lid, and cover with a dish towel to prevent spattering.) Stir puree into remaining soup in pan. Divide soup among 4 bowls, and garnish with parsley.

INDIAN SPICED CARROT SOUP WITH GINGER



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Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Soup/Stew     Ginger     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Lunch     Carrot     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 teaspoon curry powder (preferably Madras)
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled, thinly sliced into rounds (about 4 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel
5 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
Plain yogurt (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Grind coriander and mustard seeds in spice mill to fine powder. Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground seeds and curry powder; stir 1 minute. Add ginger; stir 1 minute. Add next 3 ingredients. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; sauté until onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add 5 cups broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until carrots are tender, about 30 minutes. Cool slightly. Working in batches, puree in blender until smooth. Return soup to pot. Add more broth by 1/4 cupfuls if too thick. Stir in lime juice; season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm before serving.
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with yogurt and serve.

SPICY CARROT SOUP WITH GINGER OIL AND LIME CREME



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Make and share this Spicy Carrot Soup With Ginger Oil and Lime Creme recipe from Food.com.

Provided by leeleitch

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1 lime, zest of, grated
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon minced cilantro
salt, to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 white onion, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 small jalapeno, seeded, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon peeled finely grated ginger
1 lb carrot, peeled, sliced (about 4 large carrots)
4 cups chicken stock
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • TO MAKE GINGER OIL:.
  • Whisk together the ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Bring to boil on medium-high heat.
  • Cool and pour into a covered container and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, slowly spoon or pour out the ginger oil without distrubing the residue that had settled at the bottom of the container.
  • TO MAKE LIME CREME:.
  • Put the creme fraiche into a lidded container, add in lime zest, lime juice, minced cilantro and salt; stir to mix.
  • Cover and refrigerate.
  • TO MAKE CARROT SOUP:.
  • In a saucepan, heat the oil and 1 tablespoon of the ginger oil over medium heat.
  • Add in the sliced onions, minced garlic, jalapeno and grated ginger, stir frequently.
  • Cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes, do not brown the onions.
  • Add in the carrots and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add in 3 cups of stock.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, simmer partly covered, for about 20 minutes or till carrots are tender.
  • Ladle the soup in batches, into a blender and puree till smooth and return the blended soup to the saucepan.
  • Add in the remaining stock to achieve the desired consistency.
  • Season with salt to taste.
  • TO SERVE:.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle with some of the remaining ginger oil and a dollop of lime creme.
  • Makes 6 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.4, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 32, Sodium 290.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 7, Protein 5.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: For the best flavor, use fresh, organic carrots that are sweet and crisp. Avoid carrots that are limp or have brown spots.
  • Roast the carrots before adding them to the soup: Roasting the carrots brings out their natural sweetness and gives the soup a richer flavor. You can roast the carrots in the oven or on a grill.
  • Use a good quality ginger: Fresh ginger is best for this soup. Look for ginger that is plump and has a smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Don't be afraid to add some heat: Harissa is a spicy North African chili paste. It adds a nice kick to the soup, but you can adjust the amount to your taste.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or crème fraîche: This will help to balance out the heat of the harissa and make the soup more creamy and delicious.

Conclusion:

This spicy carrot and ginger soup with harissa is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to warm you up from the inside out. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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