Ina Garten Carrot Ginger Soup Recipe
The Ina Garten Carrot Ginger Soup Recipe is creamy, flavorful and healthy. It combines sweet carrots with fresh ginger for a warm, comforting flavor.
Ingredients
- Carrots – 1 pound peeled and chopped
- Yellow onion – 1 medium chopped
- Fresh ginger – 2 tablespoons peeled and chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves minced
- Vegetable broth – 4 cups
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Heavy cream – ¼ cup optional, for creamier soup
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Peel and chop carrots, onion and ginger. Mince garlic. Keeping vegetables uniform ensures even cooking and a smooth soup.
Sauté Onion and Garlic
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Add onions and garlic. Sauté for five minutes until soft and fragrant, stirring often.
Add Carrots and Ginger
- Add chopped carrots and ginger to the pan. Stir well. Cook for two more minutes to release flavors.
Add Broth
- Pour in vegetable broth. Stir, then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes until carrots are tender.
Blend the Soup
- Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup. Blend until smooth and creamy. Be careful with hot liquid.
Add Cream (Optional)
- Return soup to saucepan if using regular blender. Stir in heavy cream for extra richness. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
Serve Warm
- Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for bright flavor.
- Slice carrots evenly for uniform cooking.
- Blend until very smooth for creamy texture.
- Taste before serving and adjust seasoning.
- Add cream only if you want a richer soup.