SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP WITH CRAB AND HERB OIL

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Spiced Butternut Squash Soup with Crab and Herb Oil image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, sliced
4 cups peeled and diced butternut squash (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 cup grape seed oil
2 teaspoons harissa (See Cook's Note)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
8 ounces fresh lump crab meat, picked through to remove any shells
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat and cook the shallot, stirring, until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the squash, coriander, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir until coated. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the squash is very tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Carefully puree the soup with an immersion blender or in a stand blender, in batches, until very smooth. Return the soup to the saucepan and stir in the cream. Season salt and pepper. Reheat the soup before serving if necessary.
  • Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Add the parsley and cook, uncovered, until bright green, 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water and then drain and pat dry. Puree in a blender with the grapeseed oil until the oil is bright green, about 1 minute. Strain the parsley oil through a fine-mesh sieve. Do not press on the solids. Whisk the harissa and 1 tablespoon water together in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Whisk the oil, lemon juice, ginger, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a medium bowl. Add the crab, cilantro and mint and gently toss to combine.
  • Divide the hot soup evenly among 4 serving bowls and mound some crab salad in the middle of each bowl. Drizzle each bowl with parsley oil and harissa.

Siyam Mia
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The soup was too watery.


Andy Mcwhirter
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The soup was too thick.


Gaspard Chishugi
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The soup was a bit bland.


Palesa Matlakeng
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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste.


Jan Sello maswanganye
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Sebabatso Mofokeng
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


tajbire sordar
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The crab and herb oil added a nice touch of richness.


Stephen Maxwell
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This soup was creamy and flavorful.


Ronny Stafford
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I would definitely make this again.


Remember Rhyme
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This soup was a hit with my family!


SHOAIB Malik
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This soup was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Md kausar Ali
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This soup was delicious! The butternut squash was perfectly roasted and the crab and herb oil added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Caden Atkins
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the crab and herb oil added a nice touch of richness. I would definitely make this again.


Rochelle Smith
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This soup was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The butternut squash was perfectly roasted and the crab and herb oil added a delicious savory flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sushan Shrestha
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the crab and herb oil added a nice touch of elegance. I would definitely make this again.


Polash Roy
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This butternut squash soup with crab and herb oil was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of the squash complemented by the savory crab and the freshness of the herbs. The soup had a lovely velvety texture, an